With 40 of 42 first place votes, it was an easy decision for the man who scored all six of the Galaxy's goals in April, leading them to an unbeaten record (3-0-1).

Several members of the North American Soccer Reporters called Mike Penner/Christine Daniels a friend and colleague. Last November, Mike committed suicide, leaving behind loved ones and admirers of his more than 20 years of top-notch sportswriting. Christopher Goffard from the Los Angeles Times recently wrote an excellent story about the "public triumph and private torment" of his former co-worker. Follow the link below for the full article.