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Preseason malaise

February 17, 2015 by Peter Andrews 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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Unflattering odds, Academy kids with last gasp win at GA Cup, more from Nashville

February 17, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 17 comments

Las Vegas bookmakers give Union 50/1 odds of lifting MLS Cup. Last gasp goal sees Union Academy top NYRB at Generation adidas Cup, but was it enough to advance? More reaction from Nashville on possible HCI move.

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Back to Clearwater, Wheeler released, Berry no longer with Cosmos, Nashville group not happy about HCI link, more

February 16, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 22 comments

Union release five players from preseason roster ahead of today’s return to Clearwater. Berry no longer with Cosmos. Nashville FC doesn’t want City Islanders. League and national team news. More.

Preseason

Union release five, including Wheeler

February 14, 2015 by Adam Cann 21 comments

Aaron Wheeler and four trialists were released by Philadelphia Union on Saturday morning.

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Union back in Philly, HCI owner on possible move, mediator brought in for CBA talks, more

February 13, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 16 comments

Union return from Clearwater. More on possible Harrisburg City Islanders relocation. Federal mediator brought in for CBA talks. FIFA extends US broadcast rights for World Cup. More.