But he soon found a new niche as an attacking midfielder, as his skill on the ball, leadership, precise passing, and overall intelligence made him an important part of the Metro team.

[citation needed] Magee ended up with three goals on the season, one of them in the 90th minute to give the Metros a 2–1 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

The 2008 season saw Magee receive significant playing time as an attacking midfielder, but it was apparent that he was not fully recovered from his injuries.

He was then moved to his natural forward position and had a resurgence as he scored in 3 consecutive matches, helping the club to three straight wins.

At the MLS 2009 Cup Final Magee scored the Galaxy's only goal but the team ended up losing during an overtime penalty shoot out.

Magee made 4 saves, including a late stop on a 1-v-1 against Lenhart, preserving a clean sheet for the Galaxy in a 0–0 draw.

[8] In September 2014, Magee underwent a right hip surgery to address an injury of the labrum and to repair articular surface damage.

[9] In May 2015, Magee was loaned to Chicago's USL affiliate, Saint Louis FC, to begin his on-field recovery from this injury.

In November 2013, Republic of Ireland national team captain Robbie Keane revealed that he would recommend Magee to Martin O'Neill as a possible call-up.