The team finished with the worst record Western conference as well as the league.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Last updated: April 18, 2009Source: San Jose Earthquakes

(OT) = Overtime [2][verification needed][3] Source:[4]

(SS) = MLS Supporters' Shield; (E1) = Eastern Division champion, (C1) = Central Division champion, (W1) = Western Division champion Only applicable when the season is not finished: (Q) = Qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs, but not yet to the particular round indicated; (E) = Eliminated from playoff-contention.