Earnie Stewart and Jim Curtin spoke to the media about plans for this week’s SuperDraft, what they are looking for at the MLS combine, and how they value the SuperDraft now and going forward.
Tag: MLS
The American sports management model finally takes hold in MLS
The strong GM model is finally taking hold in MLS, with hires in Philadelphia, Chicago and elsewhere pointing the way ahead for MLS. At least one result is Chicago’s very smart hiring of former Union man Veljko Paunovic as head coach. PSP’s Dan Walsh explains.
On “free agency” and the future of MLS
Peter Andrews on how the limited grant of free agency in the most recent CBA presents a danger to the league’s status as a “single entity” under the Sherman Antitrust Act.
Player ratings & analysis: Union 1-0 Orlando City SC
In a physical final match, Philly showed that there is hope for the future in a rugged, efficient performance.
Downed in Toronto, notes from Sugarman presser, league results, USMNT news, more
Union out of playoff contention after loss in Toronto. Notes from Sugarman’s press conference. League results. US U-23s win Olympic qualifier. US 23-player roster for Mexico game released. More.
Match report: Toronto FC 3-1 Philadelphia Union
Sebastian Giovinco and Jozy Altidore led Toronto FC to a 3-1 victory over a listless Union side.