Henry Kessler has seamlessly stepped into New England's back line.(Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
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In a season filled with peculiar, unanticipated challenges, Henry Kessler set the tone for his rookie campaign before he featured in his first MLS match.
As the former University of Virginia center back’s first professional game approached in February, Kessler assessed how to place himself in the proper position to carve out a regular spot in the starting XI.
