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On this episode of the Sounders FC PodCast, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are joined by longtime Sounders reporter and current host of KJR's Pre / Half / Post shows, Jackson Felts. The guys do a quick look-back and discuss the 1-0 loss at St. Louis, but quickly shift to this weekend's home match against Houston Dynamo. This is a special one: Sounders legend Nicolas Lodeiro will be making his first return to Lumen Field since moving on from the Sounders at the end of the 2023 season. Got questions for Brad and Steve? Call ‪(860) 415-3710‬ to leave your voicemail, and to be a part of the show. 

Let's roll! Mark, OSG and yours truly get hyped for the new season starting this weekend with a massive Texas Derby. We also discuss our ongoing situation on the open DP spot, and check on the late signings and rumors involving Micael, Felipe Andrade, Nico Lodeiro and Michael Halliday.Timestamps:4:04 Micael being transferred to Palmeiras9:25 Felipe Andrade arriving in Houston12:00 Dynamo sign Nicolas Lodeiro and Michael Halliday21:50 What starting the season without a second DP could mean? And when to expect the DP to arrive39:00 Texas Derby Season Opener preview51:18 Dash in SheBelieves Cup and OutroCredits:⬢ Noodle Time is hosted by yours truly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andres Naranjo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mark Segovia⁠, and OSG⁠!⬢ Intro/Outro music by Matt Houston. | Starfox - Armada [Matt Houston Remix]⬢ Support Foxtrot and read the blog on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi.com/DynamicFoxtrot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⬢ Follow the fox on Twitter (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DynamicFoxtrot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dynamicfoxtrot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), and Bluesky (⁠⁠⁠⁠@DynamicFoxtrot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⬢ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Foxtrot TV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GOLZTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⬢ Thumbnail photo provided by Houston Dynamo FC.

Daily Stove: - Bucky claims a HR ball - Cody Bellinger and the rest of the Boras free agents - Pitch Tipping Jackson Felts Jackson joins us to discuss the disappointing end to the 2023 Sounders season, plus, how big of a loss is Nicolas Lodeiro and what does Messi mean to MLS? One Last Thing

In this episode, Cannata, Bryce, Zach, and Dave discuss Ivan Angulo re-signing with Orlando City, Nicolas Lodeiro rumored to be in purple next season, and the designated player spot that must be filled. Orlando City Fan TV Discord: https://discord.gg/xDWhaYXgqW Orlando City Fan TV: www.patreon.com/ocfantv Cashapp: $OCFTV Orlando City Fan TV Socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/OCFanTV22 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocfantv/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ocfantv?lang=en Buy us a Coffee!: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ocfantv

Joshua and Nathan talk about the Whitecaps signing Damir Kreilach, some rumours and what they need in the January window, other signifigant MLS signings, Buchanan signing for Inter Milan, Chelsea and Tottenham winning and what they may do in the transfer window, the PL title race and more!2:38- Whitecaps sign  Damir Kreilach, January needs and rumours23:06- Kamal Miller traded from Inter Miami to Portland Timbers, Yimmi Chara sold to Junior FC26:34- Nicolas Lodeiro signs for Orlando City SC30:00- Hugo Lloris signs for LAFC, Maxime Crepeau now a free agent35:25- Tajon Buchanan signs for Inter Milan39:24- Ashley Lawrence only Canadian to be one of 23 nominees for Fifa Pro XI40:08- Chelsea beat Luton Town, Oshimen drops transfer hint?, Gallagher won't leave, Madueke deserves more minutes and more51:46- Tottenham beat Bournemouth, CB targets and more1:08:56- Serie A  clubs to be excluded from league next season if they join European Super League1:10:51- Wayne Rooney and Carl Robinson fired from Birmingham City after just 83 days1:16:55- Liverpool beat Newcastle in thrilling match despite Anthony Taylor and looking at the title race1:20:41- Jadon Sancho back to Borussia Dortmund on loan?

I'll admit, I was not quite ready for the 2023 season to end. A season that had once been virtually left for dead had come roaring back to life over the last couple months and I had sorta talked myself into the belief that this season was destined to end at MLS Cup. Maybe not actually lifting, but at least making a valiant charge, maybe even with Nicolas Lodeiro and Raúl Ruidiaz putting in a couple notable performances along the way. Nothing I saw against LAFC totally dissuaded me from believing that outcome was at least plausible, but the 1-0 loss at least means it's no longer possible. If I'm to pull back a little, I suppose the final game was rather predictable. The Sounders played reasonably well -- I think you can even say they outplayed LAFC -- but couldn't convert their chances, while LAFC made the most of theirs. Maxime Crepeau is a big reason why the sounders couldn't convert, but the decisive factor ending up being the most predictable thing ever: Denis Buounga racing down the left wing and firing an absolute laser past Stefan Frei. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/ You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.

I'll admit, I was not quite ready for the 2023 season to end. A season that had once been virtually left for dead had come roaring back to life over the last couple months and I had sorta talked myself into the belief that this season was destined to end at MLS Cup. Maybe not actually lifting, but at least making a valiant charge, maybe even with Nicolas Lodeiro and Raúl Ruidiaz putting in a couple notable performances along the way. Nothing I saw against LAFC totally dissuaded me from believing that outcome was at least plausible, but the 1-0 loss at least means it's no longer possible. If I'm to pull back a little, I suppose the final game was rather predictable. The Sounders played reasonably well -- I think you can even say they outplayed LAFC -- but couldn't convert their chances, while LAFC made the most of theirs. Maxime Crepeau is a big reason why the sounders couldn't convert, but the decisive factor ending up being the most predictable thing ever: Denis Buounga racing down the left wing and firing an absolute laser past Stefan Frei. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/ You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.

I'll admit, I was not quite ready for the 2023 season to end. A season that had once been virtually left for dead had come roaring back to life over the last couple months and I had sorta talked myself into the belief that this season was destined to end at MLS Cup. Maybe not actually lifting, but at least making a valiant charge, maybe even with Nicolas Lodeiro and Raúl Ruidiaz putting in a couple notable performances along the way. Nothing I saw against LAFC totally dissuaded me from believing that outcome was at least plausible, but the 1-0 loss at least means it's no longer possible. If I'm to pull back a little, I suppose the final game was rather predictable. The Sounders played reasonably well -- I think you can even say they outplayed LAFC -- but couldn't convert their chances, while LAFC made the most of theirs. Maxime Crepeau is a big reason why the sounders couldn't convert, but the decisive factor ending up being the most predictable thing ever: Denis Buounga racing down the left wing and firing an absolute laser past Stefan Frei. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/ You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.

The i80 Sports guys are talking all things MLS- some players and coaches parting ways, league updates, and controversial calls that shaped the MLS Conference Final.i80 Sports takes you on a journey from coast to coast, exploring the best of American Sports with a team of passionate and knowledgeable hosts. From the towering skyscrapers of Rockefeller Center to the majestic beauty of the Redwoods, join us as we bring you the latest news, analysis, and insights on all your favorite American sports. We aim to entertain and inform, providing a one-stop-shop for all your sporting needs. So, sit back, relax, and let us take you on a wild ride through the world of American athletics!You can find all our audio and video platforms via our website- www.i80sports.comSupport the show

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the playoffs starting against FC Dallas on Monday at home after a win in St. Louis last week and Nicolas Lodeiro saying this is his final year playing in Seattle.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the playoffs starting against FC Dallas on Monday at home after a win in St. Louis last week and Nicolas Lodeiro saying this is his final year playing in Seattle.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts looks ahead to Seattle's first round playoff matchup against Dallas with MLS Broadcaster Brian Dunseth, gets the scoop on Nicolas Lodeiro's future with Niko Moreno of El Pulso, then goes Around the League with Ari Liljenwall and Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

The Sounders finally scored a goal at home. It only took 405 minutes, but they did and it was enough to snap a five-game winless run. As luck would have it, they also moved up to second in the Western Conference table thanks to LAFC losing to the LA Galaxy, allowing the Sounders to inch ahead on goal-difference. The goal, it should be said, was very well-taken. It started with Obed Vargas driving forward to find Nicolas Lodeiro, who worked a 1-2 with Léo Chu, who then found Albert Rusnak for a left-footed finish from about six yards out. Sure, it came after the Houston Dynamo were reduced to 10 men but we are in no position to be questioning goals at this point. Is everything fixed? Of course not. But it sure is a lot more fun to talk about wins than a scoring drought. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

The Sounders finally scored a goal at home. It only took 405 minutes, but they did and it was enough to snap a five-game winless run. As luck would have it, they also moved up to second in the Western Conference table thanks to LAFC losing to the LA Galaxy, allowing the Sounders to inch ahead on goal-difference. The goal, it should be said, was very well-taken. It started with Obed Vargas driving forward to find Nicolas Lodeiro, who worked a 1-2 with Léo Chu, who then found Albert Rusnak for a left-footed finish from about six yards out. Sure, it came after the Houston Dynamo were reduced to 10 men but we are in no position to be questioning goals at this point. Is everything fixed? Of course not. But it sure is a lot more fun to talk about wins than a scoring drought. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

The Sounders finally scored a goal at home. It only took 405 minutes, but they did and it was enough to snap a five-game winless run. As luck would have it, they also moved up to second in the Western Conference table thanks to LAFC losing to the LA Galaxy, allowing the Sounders to inch ahead on goal-difference. The goal, it should be said, was very well-taken. It started with Obed Vargas driving forward to find Nicolas Lodeiro, who worked a 1-2 with Léo Chu, who then found Albert Rusnak for a left-footed finish from about six yards out. Sure, it came after the Houston Dynamo were reduced to 10 men but we are in no position to be questioning goals at this point. Is everything fixed? Of course not. But it sure is a lot more fun to talk about wins than a scoring drought. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

Jeremiah is doing this week's mailbag episode solo. He talked a lot about the future of Nicolas Lodeiro and his assessment of Héber's performance. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

Jeremiah is doing this week's mailbag episode solo. He talked a lot about the future of Nicolas Lodeiro and his assessment of Héber's performance. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

Jeremiah is doing this week's mailbag episode solo. He talked a lot about the future of Nicolas Lodeiro and his assessment of Héber's performance. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter If you'd like to become a subscriber to our Substack, that can be found here. You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.    

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the 3-0 win over St. Louis including conversations with midfielders Albert Rusnak and Nicolas Lodeiro, then looks ahead to this week's match in Portland against the Timbers with broadcaster Jake Zivin before taking trips Around the League with Ari Liljenwall and Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the team's 3-1 win over Minnesota on Sunday at Lumen Field, the health of the club entering the busy two game week, facing both Houston and Colorado on the road this week, and Nicolas Lodeiro's ‘22 season.

Seattle Sounders FC President of Soccer and General Manager Garth Lagerwey joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the season ahead for the club holding high expectations, adding a star in Albert Rusnak, the new training facility opening up in 2024, the health of Nicolas Lodeiro, and adding Andy Rose as a coach.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts reacts to the season coming to an end as the Sounders lost in the playoffs to Real Salt Lake last week, then Niko Moreno joins the show to look ahead to the off-season and what may happen with Nicolas Lodeiro, then Andre Harvey looks back at the OL Reign season and a local college soccer star.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team's 3-0 loss in Los Angeles on Tuesday and turning recent losses into a positive, and the injury updates or statuses of Will Bruin, Nicolas Lodeiro, Raul Ruidiaz and Jordan Morris.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Leagues Cup Final tomorrow against Club Leon in Las Vegas, the challenges and pedigree of the new MLS tournament, updates on the health of Nicolas Lodeiro and Jordan Morris, and Stefan Frei's return to the starting lineup recently.

Do you think you know soccer? Well, you don't unless you're from Orlando! Todd breaks down Sunday's (9/19) Philadelphia Union v Orlando City game in which he discusses Sergio Santos making a difference off the bench, Davo not included in the matchday squad, and what it means for Kacper Przyblko to finally score after two months. Todd also talks about the latest MLS news that includes, Nicolas Lodeiro out for Seattle Sounders with minor knee surgery, FC Dallas part ways with Luci Gonzalez, and Jim Curtin and Kacper earning Team of The Week honors for Week 26.  News: Nicolás Lodeiro undergoes minor knee surgery: [ Luchi Gonzalez out as FC Dallas manager: [ Kacper Przyblko, Jim Curtin and Jamiro Monteiro accoloades: [ Philadelphia Union v Orlando City: Overall thoughts: [ Sergio Santos' pace: [ Davo not included in the squad: [ Kacper and Sergio penalty situation: [ Fans Calling Out The River End: Get involved: [ Blunder of The Week:  Club America Fans: [ Jim Curtin helping out Club America fans: [ Looking at The Eastern Playoff Standings: [   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod http://thefreekickpodcast.com/  

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Brian Schmetzer to talk about the loss to San Jose on Saturday, injury updates to the entire squad, getting Cristian Roldan back from International Duty, Nicolas Lodeiro's return, and Dallas coming up on Wednesday.

Somewhat remarkably, the Sounders still find themselves coming out of the Gold Cup break undefeated through 13 games. They're sitting atop the Supporters' Shield standings with 29 points and have easily the best goal-difference at +15. More remarkable than all of that is they've managed this while missing as many as six potential starters for solid chunks of the season. Their latest win over the Houston Dynamo came without Nicolas Lodeiro, Stefan Frei, Nouhou, Shane O'Neill, Cristian Roldan and Will Bruin, which isn't even a complete list.  We talk a ton about that but also get into things like Leagues Cup and whether or not we should care.   This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Somewhat remarkably, the Sounders still find themselves coming out of the Gold Cup break undefeated through 13 games. They're sitting atop the Supporters' Shield standings with 29 points and have easily the best goal-difference at +15. More remarkable than all of that is they've managed this while missing as many as six potential starters for solid chunks of the season. Their latest win over the Houston Dynamo came without Nicolas Lodeiro, Stefan Frei, Nouhou, Shane O'Neill, Cristian Roldan and Will Bruin, which isn't even a complete list.  We talk a ton about that but also get into things like Leagues Cup and whether or not we should care.   This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Somewhat remarkably, the Sounders still find themselves coming out of the Gold Cup break undefeated through 13 games. They're sitting atop the Supporters' Shield standings with 29 points and have easily the best goal-difference at +15. More remarkable than all of that is they've managed this while missing as many as six potential starters for solid chunks of the season. Their latest win over the Houston Dynamo came without Nicolas Lodeiro, Stefan Frei, Nouhou, Shane O'Neill, Cristian Roldan and Will Bruin, which isn't even a complete list.  We talk a ton about that but also get into things like Leagues Cup and whether or not we should care.   This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Corey Brock of The Athletic joins Softy and Dick to discuss Tom Murphy’s face, this team going from the long losing streak to a five game winning streak, Kyle Lewis’ meniscus tear and how long he will be out, Taylor Trammell tearing up pitchers in Tacoma and if it will translate, whether the team will trade Mitch Haniger or not, Logan Gilbert making improvements yesterday, Jarred Kelenic’s first few weeks in the bigs. Rumors about Alex Rodriguez wanting to move the Timberwolves to Seattle, if it changes how we feel about Rodriguez if he actually wants to move them, how realistic a move actually is. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss another draw against Austin on Sunday and what it feels like, the mood going into the international break after a 5-0-3 start, the major injury updates to Stefan Frei and Nicolas Lodeiro, what comes next for guys during the weeks off, who is away with their countries. Mariners opening more seating, the revitalization of the Sodo area after the pandemic is over, stadiums moving towards going fully-vaccinated, what would it take for people to get it.

Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss another draw against Austin on Sunday and what it feels like, the mood going into the international break after a 5-0-3 start, the major injury updates to Stefan Frei and Nicolas Lodeiro, what comes next for guys during the weeks off, who is away with their countries.

Corey Brock of The Athletic joins Softy and Dick to discuss Tom Murphy’s face, this team going from the long losing streak to a five game winning streak, Kyle Lewis’ meniscus tear and how long he will be out, Taylor Trammell tearing up pitchers in Tacoma and if it will translate, whether the team will trade Mitch Haniger or not, Logan Gilbert making improvements yesterday, Jarred Kelenic’s first few weeks in the bigs. Rumors about Alex Rodriguez wanting to move the Timberwolves to Seattle, if it changes how we feel about Rodriguez if he actually wants to move them, how realistic a move actually is. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss another draw against Austin on Sunday and what it feels like, the mood going into the international break after a 5-0-3 start, the major injury updates to Stefan Frei and Nicolas Lodeiro, what comes next for guys during the weeks off, who is away with their countries. Mariners opening more seating, the revitalization of the Sodo area after the pandemic is over, stadiums moving towards going fully-vaccinated, what would it take for people to get it.

Seattle Sounders FC Broadcaster and former player Steve Zakuani joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to discuss the successful 5-0-2 season so far, major injury updates with Nicolas Lodeiro in surgery and Stefan Frei, how the team has dealt, and will continue dealing, with them out, and Sunday’s match coming up against Austin including the special players-only broadcast.

The Sounders are now officially off to their best start in franchise history, going undefeated and claiming 17 points through their first 7 games while posting a +11 goal-difference. They're leading hte Supporters' Shield by three points and have a four-point advantage in the Western Conference.  The Sounders have, of course, done this without Jordan Morris, while only getting 24 minutes in total from Nicolas Lodeiro and their two most recent results have come without Stefan Frei. They now have a chance to head into the June international break with a 6-0-2 record if they can beat expansion Austin FC at home on Sunday. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

The Sounders are now officially off to their best start in franchise history, going undefeated and claiming 17 points through their first 7 games while posting a +11 goal-difference. They're leading hte Supporters' Shield by three points and have a four-point advantage in the Western Conference.  The Sounders have, of course, done this without Jordan Morris, while only getting 24 minutes in total from Nicolas Lodeiro and their two most recent results have come without Stefan Frei. They now have a chance to head into the June international break with a 6-0-2 record if they can beat expansion Austin FC at home on Sunday. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

The Sounders are now officially off to their best start in franchise history, going undefeated and claiming 17 points through their first 7 games while posting a +11 goal-difference. They’re leading hte Supporters’ Shield by three points and have a four-point advantage in the Western Conference.  The Sounders have, of course, done this without Jordan Morris, while only getting 24 minutes in total from Nicolas Lodeiro and their two most recent results have come without Stefan Frei. They now have a chance to head into the June international break with a 6-0-2 record if they can beat expansion Austin FC at home on Sunday. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing our sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you’re looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Stefan Cleveland jumping in for Stefan Frei and getting a shutout win Sunday, his philosophy on goal-keeping and the job goal-keeping coach Tommy Dutra does, Xavier Arreaga’s first goal in MLS, Nicolas Lodeiro’s knee injury and inflammation, facing Atlanta Sunday.

Should the NBA be called the MNBA (Men’s NBA) because the WNBA is the Women’s NBA. Mariners pitcher Marco Gonzales joins Softy and Dick to discuss working back from his recent forearm strain, what his week is looking like this week as he works to get back soon, what he needs to feel in order to pitch again, finding his groove after a rough start to the season, his impressions of the current pitching staff and pen, the youth movement on the team with the debuts of Kelenic and Gilbert, Gonzaga losing the title. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Stefan Cleveland jumping in for Stefan Frei and getting a shutout win Sunday, his philosophy on goal-keeping and the job goal-keeping coach Tommy Dutra does, Xavier Arreaga’s first goal in MLS, Nicolas Lodeiro’s knee injury and inflammation, facing Atlanta Sunday. NBA playoffs and play-in tournament, Hawks at #8 in ESPN post-draft NFL power rankings.

Should the NBA be called the MNBA (Men’s NBA) because the WNBA is the Women’s NBA. Mariners pitcher Marco Gonzales joins Softy and Dick to discuss working back from his recent forearm strain, what his week is looking like this week as he works to get back soon, what he needs to feel in order to pitch again, finding his groove after a rough start to the season, his impressions of the current pitching staff and pen, the youth movement on the team with the debuts of Kelenic and Gilbert, Gonzaga losing the title. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Stefan Cleveland jumping in for Stefan Frei and getting a shutout win Sunday, his philosophy on goal-keeping and the job goal-keeping coach Tommy Dutra does, Xavier Arreaga’s first goal in MLS, Nicolas Lodeiro’s knee injury and inflammation, facing Atlanta Sunday. NBA playoffs and play-in tournament, Hawks at #8 in ESPN post-draft NFL power rankings.

Remembering the 2008 winless Washington Huskies football team and what could have avoided it, Dick would rather have that season than firing Willingham and getting a different HC. Gabe Neitzel of 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee joins Softy and Dick to discuss if Aaron Rodgers has played his last game with the Packers and why, what side the people of Wisconsin are on between the QB and the GM, the deep issues that Rodgers has with the organization, where Rodgers is headed. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer on beating Portland on Sunday and his personal celebration, his halftime speech to the players in a 0-0 game at the time, Stefan Frei reaching 1,000 saves in MLS career, the great start to 2021, an injury update on Nicolas Lodeiro, the defense so far this year. The updated cost of the renovated Climate Pledge Arena roof and its landmark status.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts is joined by forward Fredy Montero to discuss being back in Rave Green playing in front of Seattle fans, General Manager and President of Soccer Garth Lagerwey talks about San Jose coming up on Wednesday and Nicolas Lodeiro's health, and Andrew Harvey, Tacoma Play-By-Play Voice, talks about the Defiance and OL Reign's seasons starting up.

Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer on beating Portland on Sunday and his personal celebration, his halftime speech to the players in a 0-0 game at the time, Stefan Frei reaching 1,000 saves in MLS career, the great start to 2021, an injury update on Nicolas Lodeiro, the defense so far this year.

Remembering the 2008 winless Washington Huskies football team and what could have avoided it, Dick would rather have that season than firing Willingham and getting a different HC. Gabe Neitzel of 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee joins Softy and Dick to discuss if Aaron Rodgers has played his last game with the Packers and why, what side the people of Wisconsin are on between the QB and the GM, the deep issues that Rodgers has with the organization, where Rodgers is headed. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer on beating Portland on Sunday and his personal celebration, his halftime speech to the players in a 0-0 game at the time, Stefan Frei reaching 1,000 saves in MLS career, the great start to 2021, an injury update on Nicolas Lodeiro, the defense so far this year. The updated cost of the renovated Climate Pledge Arena roof and its landmark status.

It's Rivalry Week in the Pacific Northwest as Sounders FC visit Portland Timbers on Sunday afternoon. Side x Side hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans first recap what they say was an "easy win" vs LA Galaxy (1:03). They discuss the back line rotation (3:50) as well as Nicolas Lodeiro's first minutes of the season (4:33). Keely Dunning judges our hosts on their weekly Man of the Match picks (6:53) before The Black Tones (Eva and Cedric Walker) make their guest appearance on the pod (10:17). The Seattle-local punk rock band hit on a bunch of topics, including the Jimi Hendrix kit and his influence on their journeys as musicians (11:02), what their walk-out music would be if they suited up for the Rave Green (16:54) and just the synergy and similarities between music and sports (22:55). Our hosts wrap up this week's podcast by previewing Sunday's match vs Portland (33:24) and give some predictions in another game of Over/Under (38:56) before ending with a quick fan Q&A (42:26). 

Terry Bradshaw’s comments about Aaron Rodgers on WFAN and why they are ridiculous. Hugh Millen joins Softy and Dick to discuss the Seahawks three-man draft class and the positives with what the team added, the feistiness and physicality of Eskridge, thoughts on Stone Forsyth and Tre Brown, Terry Bradshaw’s comments on Aaron Rodgers and what he is actually frustrated about in Green Bay. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Sunday’s 3-0 win over the LA Galaxy, shutting down Chicharito, Brad Smith scoring again and his play this season, Nicolas Lodeiro’s status for the upcoming game, Portland having a mid-week game in Mexico, who he’s watching in first Defiance match Sunday. Softy and Dick speak with Mari Horita, the Kraken’s VP of Philanthropy and Community Outreach, and Kyle Boyd, Kraken Executive Director of the One Roof foundation, who leads their youth hockey development initiatives, on the One Roof foundation, its three pillars and how it benefits the community, plus the Seattle Kraken Washington license plate fundraiser.

Terry Bradshaw’s comments about Aaron Rodgers on WFAN and why they are ridiculous. Hugh Millen joins Softy and Dick to discuss the Seahawks three-man draft class and the positives with what the team added, the feistiness and physicality of Eskridge, thoughts on Stone Forsyth and Tre Brown, Terry Bradshaw’s comments on Aaron Rodgers and what he is actually frustrated about in Green Bay. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Sunday’s 3-0 win over the LA Galaxy, shutting down Chicharito, Brad Smith scoring again and his play this season, Nicolas Lodeiro’s status for the upcoming game, Portland having a mid-week game in Mexico, who he’s watching in first Defiance match Sunday. Softy and Dick speak with Mari Horita, the Kraken’s VP of Philanthropy and Community Outreach, and Kyle Boyd, Kraken Executive Director of the One Roof foundation, who leads their youth hockey development initiatives, on the One Roof foundation, its three pillars and how it benefits the community, plus the Seattle Kraken Washington license plate fundraiser.

Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss Sunday’s 3-0 win over the LA Galaxy, shutting down Chicharito, Brad Smith scoring again and his play this season, Nicolas Lodeiro’s status for the upcoming game, Portland having a mid-week game in Mexico, who he’s watching in first Defiance match Sunday.

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Brian Schmetzer, Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the team's opening game win over Minnesota last week, having fans back in the stands, Nicolas Lodeiro's health, and the European Super League.

In this week's Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps all the changes over the last five months during the off-season, then General Manger Garth Lagerwey joins the show to discuss all the changes including Craig Waibel, the coaching staff contracts, Fredy Montero's return, Nicolas Lodeiro's injury, and much more.

Jeremiah is joined by Tim and Casey to discuss the end of the season and the upcoming playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second hour, Mike "The Gasman" Gastineau sits in for Cliff Avril and Jason Puckett and chats with Jackson Felts about Nicolas Lodeiro news from Sounders Weekly Tuesday, Rob Rang of NFL Draft Scout joins the show to preview the 2019 Morris Trophy and the best linemen in the Pac-12, then Cliff's Camp today focuses on the kicking game with newly signed Jason Myers.

Jackson Felts and James Riley recap a Sounders 2-1 win on the road at Columbus thanks to a pair of goals from Nicolas Lodeiro.

Andrew Laird and Daniel Bramlette preview Saturday's four-game MLS slate on DraftKings, including why fantasy players could be fading Nicolas Lodeiro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Bramlette and JD Bazzo preview Saturday's six-game Major League Soccer slate on DraftKings, including how important Nicolas Lodeiro is with Seattle at home against Real Salt Lake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Laird, JD Bazzo, Schuyler Redpath and Daniel Bramlette preview Saturday's six-game daily fantasy MLS slate on DraftKings, including a number of potential value plays who will make it easier to pay up for players like Nicolas Lodeiro and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Sounders Weekly with Jackson Felts, Seattle University Head Coach discusses the tragic loss of Paul Allen and victories in Orlando and Houston, then Sounders FC General Manager Garth Lagerwey talks about Nicolas Lodeiro's motivations and his routine on Decision Days before Seattle Centerback Chad Marshall joins the show to answer how he scored on Sunday and how long he plans to play in MLS.

This week on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts is joined by S2 Assistant Coach Wade Webber to discuss Monday night's victory and General Manager Garth Lagerwey to discuss Jordy Delem and Nicolas Lodeiro's availability on Monday, then hear from Will Bruin following the win in the locker room before Jackson explains how Seattle can reach the #2 seed in the Western Conference.

Andrew Laird, Schuyler Redpath and JD Bazzo preview the upcoming weekend of MLS matches, a slate that includes a number of juicy matchups for high-priced midfielders like Nicolas Lodeiro, Ignacio Piatti and Miguel Almiron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Laird, Schuyler Redpath and JD Bazzo break down the upcoming weekend of MLS matches, including what the ideal formations may be in MLS Fantasy Manager and how to fit in Romain Alessandrini and Nicolas Lodeiro on DraftKings' late Saturday slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In so many ways, 2016 has been the worst season in Seattle Sounders history. It started with one of the most tumultuous offseasons in their brief history as they lost several fan favorites, including Obafemi Martins. It continued with frustrating loss to Club America in CONCACAF Champions League and into the regular season with three straight losses, a 6-12-2 start and a week spent in last place. Even one of the biggest highlights — signing Nicolas Lodeiro — was preceded by nasty negotiations with Boca Juniors and followed by Clint Dempsey's heart issues. There were off-field issues as well, starting with the whole mobile-ticketing fiasco and several public disagreements between the front office and supporters groups. Given all that, it's not shocking that Adrian Hanauer still has mixed emotions heading into Saturday's MLS Cup, as he admits that he takes each failure personally. We talked to Hanauer in his Pioneer Square office above The Ninety on Thursday for what we feel is some interesting insight into a season that may well end on the highest high in Seattle soccer history.

In so many ways, 2016 has been the worst season in Seattle Sounders history. It started with one of the most tumultuous offseasons in their brief history as they lost several fan favorites, including Obafemi Martins. It continued with frustrating loss to Club America in CONCACAF Champions League and into the regular season with three straight losses, a 6-12-2 start and a week spent in last place. Even one of the biggest highlights — signing Nicolas Lodeiro — was preceded by nasty negotiations with Boca Juniors and followed by Clint Dempsey's heart issues. There were off-field issues as well, starting with the whole mobile-ticketing fiasco and several public disagreements between the front office and supporters groups. Given all that, it's not shocking that Adrian Hanauer still has mixed emotions heading into Saturday's MLS Cup, as he admits that he takes each failure personally. We talked to Hanauer in his Pioneer Square office above The Ninety on Thursday for what we feel is some interesting insight into a season that may well end on the highest high in Seattle soccer history.

In so many ways, 2016 has been the worst season in Seattle Sounders history. It started with one of the most tumultuous offseasons in their brief history as they lost several fan favorites, including Obafemi Martins. It continued with frustrating loss to Club America in CONCACAF Champions League and into the regular season with three straight losses, a 6-12-2 start and a week spent in last place. Even one of the biggest highlights — signing Nicolas Lodeiro — was preceded by nasty negotiations with Boca Juniors and followed by Clint Dempsey’s heart issues. There were off-field issues as well, starting with the whole mobile-ticketing fiasco and several public disagreements between the front office and supporters groups. Given all that, it’s not shocking that Adrian Hanauer still has mixed emotions heading into Saturday’s MLS Cup, as he admits that he takes each failure personally. We talked to Hanauer in his Pioneer Square office above The Ninety on Thursday for what we feel is some interesting insight into a season that may well end on the highest high in Seattle soccer history.

Soccer doesn’t take a break for the holidays, and neither do Andrew and Dave in the wake of the first leg of the Conference Championships. With Matt off eating brisket in Texas somewhere, the guys celebrate Thanksgiving in the broom closet by breaking down the return of the 2016 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs on Tuesday night.  First up, the measurement snafu at Olympic Stadium that delayed the game for half an hour, but has David making Copa Libertadores comparisons. Let’s just say it was memorable. The delay didn’t effect the Impact, who jumped out to a 3-0 lead that had Toronto FC fans thinking déjà vu following last season’s playoff disappointment. Only it wasn’t to be, as the Reds stormed back to grab two away goals. In the late game, it was a similar tale. Colorado scored first, but Seattle quickly found their feet and ended up with a 2-1 win at home that sets up a tantalizing second leg on Sunday afternoon. Sounders right back Tyrone Mears could make the difference in that game, and he calls in to chat with the guys about the playoff atmosphere in Seattle, the team’s up-and-down 2016 campaign, Nicolas Lodeiro’s class, Jordan Morris’ future, Roman Torres’ dance moves and an international career that took some strange turns. Then Dave and Andrew offer their takes on Bruce Arena’s new/old post with the US national team and Celtic’s rumored interest in Darlington Nagbe. In the mailbag, it’s time to give thanks. For the soccer community, for MLS, for everything that makes the beautiful game unique in the United States and Canada.

Hopefully you've read Richard Farley's excellent article that details much of the work and effort that went into analyzing and vetting Nicolas Lodeiro's signing. If you haven't, you may as well do so now because it takes awhile and if you start now you might be finished by the time Farley joins us on the show in the second segment. There's a lot of stuff in here that readers of this site probably have heard, but there are still some nuggets that are absolutely fascinating. The most notable is that the Sounders have apparently developed some kind of program that allows them to compare players across various leagues and gives them an idea of how they'll perform in MLS. In any case, Lodeiro was their obvious top target and GM Garth Lagerwey seems to suggest he was willing to sacrifice this year if it meant signing the guy the organization really wanted. Jeremiah, Aaron and Richard also discuss the Sounders' recent run of good form and look forward to the massive Cascadia Cup clash on Sunday. Oh, and they name this the winner of the #shoephone meme contest.

Hopefully you've read Richard Farley's excellent article that details much of the work and effort that went into analyzing and vetting Nicolas Lodeiro's signing. If you haven't, you may as well do so now because it takes awhile and if you start now you might be finished by the time Farley joins us on the show in the second segment. There's a lot of stuff in here that readers of this site probably have heard, but there are still some nuggets that are absolutely fascinating. The most notable is that the Sounders have apparently developed some kind of program that allows them to compare players across various leagues and gives them an idea of how they'll perform in MLS. In any case, Lodeiro was their obvious top target and GM Garth Lagerwey seems to suggest he was willing to sacrifice this year if it meant signing the guy the organization really wanted. Jeremiah, Aaron and Richard also discuss the Sounders' recent run of good form and look forward to the massive Cascadia Cup clash on Sunday. Oh, and they name this the winner of the #shoephone meme contest.

Big news in the Twin Cities. Ahead of MLS and Minnesota United’s major announcement on Friday(Live stream at MLSsoccer.com, 7 pm ET), the guys bring in FiftyFiveOne’s Wes Burdine to give the lowdown on soccer in Minneapolis-St. Paul, the ethos of the club and its fans and the stadium designs that have the Dark Cloud’s hyped for the future. In the second segment, it’s back to the business at hand. The MLS Cup Playoff races are in full swing, and there are plenty of marquee matchups this weekend that could push teams above or below the red line. With the Galaxy headed to the Bronx, who’s having the better season: Frank Lampard or Steven Gerrard? With the Sounders and Nicolas Lodeiro set to host the Timbers, which side will walk away with their heads held high in what amounts to a six-pointer? Plus, Atlantic Cup action and a Toronto-Philly matchup that could be a preview of the Eastern Conference Championship.  The mailbag begins with some USMNT news in Europe, then the guys ponder questions about Kei Kamara’s role in Crew SC’s tough season and Jozy Altidore’s resurgence as he comes back from injury.

Hopefully you've read Richard Farley's excellent article that details much of the work and effort that went into analyzing and vetting Nicolas Lodeiro's signing. If you haven't, you may as well do so now because it takes awhile and if you start now you might be finished by the time Farley joins us on the show in the second segment. There's a lot of stuff in here that readers of this site probably have heard, but there are still some nuggets that are absolutely fascinating. The most notable is that the Sounders have apparently developed some kind of program that allows them to compare players across various leagues and gives them an idea of how they'll perform in MLS. In any case, Lodeiro was their obvious top target and GM Garth Lagerwey seems to suggest he was willing to sacrifice this year if it meant signing the guy the organization really wanted. Jeremiah, Aaron and Richard also discuss the Sounders' recent run of good form and look forward to the massive Cascadia Cup clash on Sunday. Oh, and they name this the winner of the #shoephone meme contest.

Just when this season seemed lost, when you thought you might get your weekends back or at least were prepared to stop worrying about results, they pulled us back in. Sure, the Seattle Sounders' 3-1 win over Orlando City was just one win and the standings are pretty much unchanged, but Aaron, Jeremiah and Likkit are feeling ... hope. It's still a long shot and it could be ripped away with a loss against Real Salt Lake, but the Nos Audietis group actually sees something positive on the horizon. And even if they don't make the playoffs, this run toward the end of the season at least promises to be interesting. Beyond being competitive, the Sounders are just fun to watch right now. There's a joy to the team since Nicolas Lodeiro's addition and it appears to be infectious.

Just when this season seemed lost, when you thought you might get your weekends back or at least were prepared to stop worrying about results, they pulled us back in. Sure, the Seattle Sounders' 3-1 win over Orlando City was just one win and the standings are pretty much unchanged, but Aaron, Jeremiah and Likkit are feeling ... hope. It's still a long shot and it could be ripped away with a loss against Real Salt Lake, but the Nos Audietis group actually sees something positive on the horizon. And even if they don't make the playoffs, this run toward the end of the season at least promises to be interesting. Beyond being competitive, the Sounders are just fun to watch right now. There's a joy to the team since Nicolas Lodeiro's addition and it appears to be infectious.

Just when this season seemed lost, when you thought you might get your weekends back or at least were prepared to stop worrying about results, they pulled us back in. Sure, the Seattle Sounders' 3-1 win over Orlando City was just one win and the standings are pretty much unchanged, but Aaron, Jeremiah and Likkit are feeling ... hope. It's still a long shot and it could be ripped away with a loss against Real Salt Lake, but the Nos Audietis group actually sees something positive on the horizon. And even if they don't make the playoffs, this run toward the end of the season at least promises to be interesting. Beyond being competitive, the Sounders are just fun to watch right now. There's a joy to the team since Nicolas Lodeiro's addition and it appears to be infectious.

The ETR crew stays on the road to bring you a packed show with all the trades, debuts, and more from a wild MLS weekend. David hosting from the "Octagon's" floor with Matt break down the Giles Barnes move to Vancouver, Kennedy Igboananike's trade to DC United, Nicolas Lodeiro's debut, and so much more.   In the second segment BWP makes history for the Red Bulls, RSL finally gets a win, and Jozy/Gio are back. In exciting news CCL is back with four midweek matches for MLS clubs and is Julian Green on his way to a Ballon D'or?   In the mailbag David uses some fan assistance to reveal the truth about "Dench." The guys also discuss a potential All-Star tournament and the truth about what makes a true hat trick.

With MLS gathered in San Jose for the AT&T MLS All-Star Game, Andrew and Matt run down a wild week in Seattle as the Sigi Schmid era ended and the Sounders welcomed Nicolas Lodeiro to the club. Was the timing right? Did Sigi get a raw deal? Is this Garth Lagerwey's ship to steer now? Lodeiro wasn't the only big move, either. Don't miss all the transfer scuttlebutt across the league with the summer window in full swing. In the second segment, Jermaine Jones stops by MLS Digital HQ to chat with Andrew and Calen Carr. The topics range from tattoos, youth development, the Hells Angels and his picturesque family life. Most interesting man in MLS? Don't bet against the Rapids midfielder. In the mailbag, a listener pitches his alternative All-Star format then inspire the guys to dream big.

It has been two weeks since we last recorded and ... wow did a lot happen. The Seattle Sounders scored a seemingly massive win over first-place FC Dallas only to drop a disheartening loss to the Portland Timbers, suffer an epic collapse at the hands of the LA Galaxy in the U.S. Open Cup and turn in one of the worst performances in franchise history while losing to Sporting Kansas City. But we barely even had time to talk about any of that after this week's twin bombshells: The presumed signing of Nicolas Lodeiro and the "mutual parting of ways" with head coach Sigi Schmid. Among the topics covered: Whether or not Schmid deserved to be the one falling on the sword, how much blame falls at the feet of GM Garth Lagerwey, if Nicolas Lodeiro is capable of saving the season and if Brian Schmetzer has any hope of becoming the permanent head coach.

It has been two weeks since we last recorded and ... wow did a lot happen. The Seattle Sounders scored a seemingly massive win over first-place FC Dallas only to drop a disheartening loss to the Portland Timbers, suffer an epic collapse at the hands of the LA Galaxy in the U.S. Open Cup and turn in one of the worst performances in franchise history while losing to Sporting Kansas City. But we barely even had time to talk about any of that after this week's twin bombshells: The presumed signing of Nicolas Lodeiro and the "mutual parting of ways" with head coach Sigi Schmid. Among the topics covered: Whether or not Schmid deserved to be the one falling on the sword, how much blame falls at the feet of GM Garth Lagerwey, if Nicolas Lodeiro is capable of saving the season and if Brian Schmetzer has any hope of becoming the permanent head coach.

It has been two weeks since we last recorded and ... wow did a lot happen. The Seattle Sounders scored a seemingly massive win over first-place FC Dallas only to drop a disheartening loss to the Portland Timbers, suffer an epic collapse at the hands of the LA Galaxy in the U.S. Open Cup and turn in one of the worst performances in franchise history while losing to Sporting Kansas City. But we barely even had time to talk about any of that after this week's twin bombshells: The presumed signing of Nicolas Lodeiro and the "mutual parting of ways" with head coach Sigi Schmid. Among the topics covered: Whether or not Schmid deserved to be the one falling on the sword, how much blame falls at the feet of GM Garth Lagerwey, if Nicolas Lodeiro is capable of saving the season and if Brian Schmetzer has any hope of becoming the permanent head coach.