Welcome to Taking Stock, a new column here at DSS examining the fluctuating fortunes of every aspect of Atlanta United - players, coaches, formations and what have you. This will be a periodic check-in, probably every month or so.
Well, ladies and gents, the interminable off-season (short as it was) is nearly over. In a few short hours, the Five Stripes will be back in action in Costa Rica. Before we truly put the preseason behind us, though, it is important to take into account all that has transpired in these few weeks.