Ben Olsen To Retire?

Midfielder Ben Olsen, one of the most popular players in D.C. United history who has been sidelined all spring with lingering ankle problems, will not return anytime soon and might be forced to retire.



Olsen, a 10-year veteran coming off his finest season, had surgery on both ankles last fall and anticipated being ready early this year. But while the right ankle has healed, the left one continues to bother him. This week, he was examined by Robert Anderson, a foot and ankle specialist in Charlotte, and told his playing days might be over.