Tag: MLS Players Union

  • Episode 351 – 21/02/12 #seDunctive #phetish

    Episode 351 – 21/02/12 #seDunctive #phetish

    [one_third] [/one_third] [two_third_last] The gang is all here to talk #CanMNT Olympic Qualifier dates, Mark Cuban and national anthems, #CanPL player wages, MLS CBAs, Concacaf Champions League in its current and future formats, J-League mascots (of course) and the usual malarkey. In this episode Tony forgoes medical procedures for reasons, Mark supports Duncan’s rail ambitions,…

  • Episode 350 – 21/02/04 #TheInsulinKit #Berhalzebub

    Episode 350 – 21/02/04 #TheInsulinKit #Berhalzebub

    [one_third] [/one_third] [two_third_last]The gang is all here to discuss some CanCon news, including the #CanPL USports draft, MLS lockout stuff and US Soccer Hall of Fame news, Jozy drama, and the usual insanity. In this episode, Tony has a winning chant for FC Edmonton (whether they use it or not), Mark wants to bring back…

  • Episode 349 – 21/01/27 #MrClackers

    Episode 349 – 21/01/27 #MrClackers

    [one_third] [/one_third] [two_third_last]The gang is all here to discuss a lot of Canadian National Team news, some MLS/CBA malarkey, some Toronto FC stuff just for balance. In this episode, Mark can’t wait for a league to start up (and you can probably guess which one, regular listeners), Kristin taunts fate and you’ll see why and…

  • Episode 319 – 20/05/28 #BelorusiansAreTheExcellent

    Episode 319 – 20/05/28 #BelorusiansAreTheExcellent

    [one_third][/one_third] [two_third_last]The gang is all here to discuss MLS and their “secrets”, NWSL and their moves to resume their league, some world footy, some Alphonso Davies gushing and the usual insanity. In this episode, Mark is still aware of other leagues, Tony does a power ranking of the islands, Duncan calls out gimmick infringement (which…

  • Episode 77 – 15/03/12 #PartBInTheBedroom

    Episode 77 – 15/03/12 #PartBInTheBedroom

    The gang reel from the shock of a first win of the season coming this soon even in the face of the first 45 minutes, they preview the Columbus match and the usual malarkey. In this episode, Tony reveals the restaurant players can now afford with the new CBA, Kristin gives us some choice soundbytes…

  • THE STARTING 11: Surprising Clauses In The New MLS CBA

    When it was all said and done, the new collective bargaining agreement negotiation was a lot like Mista. Lots of talk about its impact; a long-drawn out process filled with frustration; no strikes to be seen. Yes, Major League Soccer and its Players Union managed to save the season by agreeing to a new deal…

  • The Deal Is Done! MLS Players Union and MLS Agree To A Deal

    Put away those placards, stop looking up slogans to chant and cease making yourself dizzy by walking around and around in a circle; there will be no strike by MLS players this year!  Barely an hour after I posted this word started to filter out all over twitter that a deal had been struck between the…

  • Episode 76 – 15/03/05 #YcantUBhard

    Episode 76 – 15/03/05 #YcantUBhard

    The gang is all back, predicting league outcomes, forwards outlook, retirement of a “legend” and another insane round of “Would You Rather” (we’re sorry and you’re welcome). In this episode, Kristin admits to fear of most of the other panelists, Mark gushes for a scrumpy ear worm, Duncan pre-calls out a certain head coach, and…

  • Strike? Will The Players Be Walking The Picket Line Or Kicking A Ball In Two Days?

    So close and yet so far.  The 2015 MLS season is supposed to start on Friday and yet, with each passing minute the probability of that happening seems to get further away.  Will the season start on time? The collective bargaining agreement between the league and the players union ended at the conclusion of the…

  • THE STARTING 11: Unusual CBA Demands From The MLS Players Union

    “Strike! Strike! Strike!” No, not the fruitless begging pleas of Toronto FC supporters towards their forwards, but the possible chant from an MLS Players Union picket line. It’s true foot and ball fans of the Northern Americas, the start of the 2015 MLS season could very well be delayed by a work stoppage! While the…