Below are the 2018 MLS season forecasts using data from games through August 5. Some key points up front: Union playoff chances: The Union now have a 51.1% chance of making the MLS playoffs, down from 56.2%. Bethlehem playoff chances: The Steel have a 40.0% chance to make the USL playoffs, up […]
Philadelphia jumps back into probable range for the playoffs. Bethlehem slides its way out of the playoffs.
The Union continue their cardiogram-style playoff-odds changes. Bethlehem playoff chances slip a little while on break. North Carolina continues to dominate the NWSL.
Philadelphia picks up point over a playoff rival to put them nearly neck and neck with Montreal for the last MLS-East spot. Bethlehem continues to their slide, putting them outside of probable playoffs.
Philadelphia’s playoffs dipped, falling further behind Montreal and remaining behind Chicago for the last playoff slot. Bethlehem also takes a small decline in their playoff odds.
How much does club spending matter when competing in MLS. Chris Sherman digs into the hard-to-collect data to determine.