Midseason addition brought depth. Jhegson Sebastián “Sebas” Méndez was a surprise addition to LAFC in July 2022. Amidst a transfer spending spree that included the additions of Gareth Bale, Giorgio Chiellini, Denis Bouanga and Cristian Tello, the acquisition of Méndez in a trade from Orlando City was more like John Thorrington’s roster strategy ahead of the 2022 season, where beefing up LAFC’s experience within MLS was prized. On an expiring contract, Méndez appeared to have been picked up for a few reasons. He obviously had experience in MLS, playing three and a half season in Orlando, and he had international…