The Rapids will face one of their stiffest tests of the season on the first day of summer, when league-leading San Jose visits Commerce City on June 20. Early MLS scoring leader Chris Wondolowski, a U.S. national team call-up, paces the Earthquakes.
Fireworks night: Vancouver got picked on by Colorado last year, losing twice. This season, the Whitecaps are improved, staying near the Rapids in the Western Conference table. This July Fourth game has meaning beyond the postgame party.
Rivalry: The Rocky Mountain Cup — the trophy awarded to the winner of the season series between Colorado and Real Salt Lake — will be determined Aug. 4 in Commerce City. In the unbalanced schedule, this game is the only one the opponents play this season.
Beckham’s return? The Rapids’ 2-1 loss to Los Angeles in April was a scorcher, with David Beckham making his first appearance here since 2008. Omar Cummings’ golazo of a score brought the Rapids back, but a late missed PK left them short. This Sept. 30 rematch should be heated. Nick Groke, The Denver Post
