The Fire will induct one of their original players, defender C.J. Brown, into their "Ring of Fire" -- the team's version of its Hall of Fame -- on May 9 when they host Real Salt Lake.
Brown retired after the 2010 season after 13 years with the team, and holds the franchise record for most MLS regular season appearances (296), MLS Cup playoff appearances (35) and Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup appearances (25).
"C.J. Brown played his entire MLS career with the Men in Red and is deserving of the Ring of Fire recognition. His longevity, commitment and passion for our club make him a standout among Fire players," Javier Leon, Managing Director of Andell Sports Group, said in a statement. "C.J. led by example, brought grit and toughness to the field and did things the right way off the pitch. We're happy to honor his career with an induction into the Ring of Fire."
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Brown joins a group including Frank Klopas, Bob Bradley, Peter Nowak, Chris Armas, Lubos Kubik and Peter Wilt in the Ring of Fire.