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International breaks are important, but…

The problem with the MLS playoff schedule isn’t the international break. It’s how MLS scheduled around it. PSP’s Earl Reed explains and suggests a better way to do it.

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What soccer specificity? Eyesore pitches tarnish solid playoff weekend

Three of last weekend’s playoff games took place on fields marked up for American football, much to the irritation of fans around the league.

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Cascadia rivalry should inform expansion

The Cascadia rivalry could potentially serve as a template for future expansion. PSP’s Earl Reed lays out his plan.

Guest Column / MLS

A slightly tarnished Supporters’ Shield?

The New York Red Bulls won the Supporters’ Shield fair and square, but they benefited from an unbalanced schedule that helped Eastern Conference clubs. Guest contributor Kevin Kinkead explains.

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MLS scheduling issues emerge again

MLS has some scheduling issues — still. PSP’s Earl Reed explores.

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Would replay help referees make key decisions?

While the referee disallowed Keon Daniel’s goal against Houston, PRO said after the game that it was the wrong call. Could video replay have helped the ref to make the right call?

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Maybe MLS needs “League Designated Player” title

A brief controversy over a phantom “League DP” tag followed the Urruti trade earlier this week. Earl Reed thinks maybe such a designation isn’t a bad idea.

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MLS scheduling – why must it be so difficult?

A report Tuesday claimed MLS owners were considering cutting the league schedule to 28 games. PSP’s Earl Reed thinks that’s bonkers.

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Monumental matchup, atrocious officiating

Sunday’s game between Seattle and Portland was big. It’s a shame the ref wasn’t up to the task.

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MLS 2.0 takes a big step toward 3.0

In one week, MLS may have opened the floodgates for returning USMNT players, shown a massive hike in team value, and nailed the target on expansion. Oh, and the Union signed some guy from the near-equivalent of a Pennsylvania state league. PSP’s Dan Walsh examines all four developments.