As a string of MLS jerseys were unveiled last week, another piece of kit-related news leaked out from two MLS-related Twitter accounts.



Now, long sleeves aren’t for everybody, but some players are so devoted to long-sleeve jerseys that they’re willing to wear them under pretty much any conditions.



David Beckham did it throughout those long Southern California summers, and during a sweltering World Cup in East Asia—and now the Galaxy are building a statue of him, presumably wearing long sleeves. Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Gerard Pique are three more prominent players who seem to prefer long sleeves. Among current MLS players, Ilie Sanchez and Greg Garza tend to favor the look. And some fans evidently share their devotion.



There was no public announcement from MLS or from Adidas, the league’s kit supplier, and so, in the name of journalism, I took it upon myself to find out what is happening with long-sleeve jerseys in Major...