What is another word for the designated player rule?
Pronunciation: [ðə dˈɛzɪɡnˌe͡ɪtɪd plˈe͡ɪə ɹˈuːl] (IPA) 
The designated player rule, commonly referred to as the DP rule, is a term used in Major League Soccer (MLS) to describe the process by which teams can sign high-profile players beyond the league's salary cap. Synonyms for this term include the "Designated Player Initiative" and the "Beckham Rule," named after English soccer superstar David Beckham, who became the first player signed under this provision in 2007. Other alternatives include the "Marquee Player" rule and the "Franchise Player" rule. Regardless of the phrasing used, the DP rule has had a significant impact on MLS and has contributed to the league's growth and development over the past decade.
