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The Revs have loaned Tyler Polak, Bilal Duckett, Gabe Latigue, and Matt Horth to Rochester. Pretty obvious choices overall, but were there others that might have needed the experience?

The Revolution and the Rochester Rhinos confirmed their new partnership for the 2013 season on Monday morning. Both clubs seem excited at the prospect of working together and developing players to mutual benefit.

Hard on the heels of MLS and USL PRO's new partnership, the Revolution have let slip that they are discussing an exclusive affiliation with the Rochester Rhinos of the same league. What does this partnership mean for player development in Foxboro?

MLS Reserve teams will compete against USL Pro teams and several MLS teams have already set up affiliations.