Commentary

Commentary

Another missed opportunity

by × on March 10, 2015 at 10:15 am × 46 comments

Once again, the Union let opportunity slip through their fingers. Peter Andrews on a wasted chance to seize the spotlight.

Commentary

Labor Talk: MLS players must strike

by × on February 27, 2015 at 11:25 am × 59 comments

Kevin Kinkead expects the players will strike before the start of the season. Here’s why.

A View from Afar / Commentary

Five thoughts on the Union’s recent personnel moves

by × on February 26, 2015 at 11:30 am × 30 comments

After a busy week for Philadelphia Union in terms of personnel moves, PSP’s Dan Walsh weighs in on the recent comings and goings.

A View from Afar / Commentary

The Union need to hire a GM — NOW

by × on February 18, 2015 at 11:13 am × 72 comments

Austin Berry’s situation is the latest sign the Union need a general manager sooner than later. While Rene Meulensteen sits in Europe collecting money from the Union, Philadelphia has hit delays on nearly every transaction they’ve tried to make. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays it out.

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Commentary / Opinion

Preseason malaise

by × on February 17, 2015 at 10:45 am × 40 comments

After a disappointing offseason, Peter Andrews explains why — for the first time — he can’t muster any excitement for first kick.

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A View from Afar / Commentary

Could the Union improve without major moves?

by × on February 10, 2015 at 11:15 am × 90 comments

There’s something to be said for consistency. PSP’s Dan Walsh explores the prospect of whether Philadelphia Union could be better in 2015 specifically because they didn’t change much of the team.

A View from Afar / Commentary

How to play Moneyball in MLS

by × on February 3, 2015 at 11:00 am × 65 comments

Here’s how to play Moneyball in MLS — and how not to. PSP’s Dan Walsh identifies the best models to emulate, lays out the inefficiencies that MLS clubs can exploit, and evaluates Philadelphia Union’s version of Moneyball.

A View from Afar / Commentary

Don’t panic, Union fans! (Or, panic.)

by × on January 28, 2015 at 11:45 am × 57 comments

Don’t panic, Union fans. Not yet, at least. Here’s why.

A View from Afar / Commentary

The Northeast’s professional soccer malaise

by × on January 20, 2015 at 10:00 am × 57 comments

The West Coast clubs are a sign that MLS has finally hit the big time. But the Northeast clubs’ malaise brings you back to earth. It’s not just one team. It’s all of them. PSP’s Dan Walsh explains.

A View from Afar / Commentary

Kljestan, Edu, draft, more — 5 thoughts on the Union

by × on January 14, 2015 at 12:00 pm × 19 comments

PSP’s Dan Walsh looks at the Sacha Kljestan chatter involving the Union, Maurice Edu’s new contract, the upcoming draft, and more.

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