News and previews of tonight’s big game in KC. Carroll says Union locker room has the chemistry to make it to the playoffs. Bethlehem Steel segment in latest MLS Insider on NBCSN. More news.
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“It’s up to us”: Hack on what Union needs to do to reach the playoffs, Torres and Kleberson, more
Video and transcript of John Hackworth’s weekly press conference. The Union head coach talks about what the Union needs to reach the playoffs, KC, the unlikelihood that Torres and Kleberson will play, and more.
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.
Best and worst performances: Union 0-2 Stoke
Who helped themselves the most? Who took a step back? PSP looks at the key takeaways for players after the Union’s 2-0 friendly loss to Stoke City.
No Jack on ASG roster, Union academy draw with Chelsea U-23s, US-Costa Rica, more
Reaction to Jack McInerney’s omission from All-Star Game roster. Details from Sunday’s Union reserves/academy scrimmage with Chelsea U-23s. Klinsmann says US wants to send Costa Rica a signal in final Gold Cup group game. More news.
Fans’ View: Expectations vs. reality
Ever see the movie 500 Days of Summer? Seth Finck has, and that whole perception vs. reality thing got him thinking about some of Union manager John Hackworth’s decisions (complete with Allen Iverson “Practice” rant references).