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Pitch Pass

Wonk Eye Mediawww.pitchpass.com

Talkin’ soccer and life with the people who matter in Major League Soccer. Hosted by  Gregory Roche.

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Episodes

Chad Marshall and Ben Olsen | Episode 414

Seattle Sounders center back Chad Marshall checks in to talk music, horses, and soccer. In the second segment, D.C. United Head Coach and member the 2006 United States World Cup team discusses the upcoming World Cup his team's current form in MLS. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Jun 04, 201440 min

Taylor Twellman | Episode 413

ESPN soccer analyst Taylor Twellman discuss the U.S. Men's National Team's preparations, Landon Donovan, MLS coaches on the hot seat, and the New England Revolution. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

May 20, 201427 min

Lee Nguyen and Kyle McCarthy | Episode 411

New England Revolution midfielder Lee Nguyen discuss is haircut, his new dog, and - of course - the Revs current winning streak. In the second segment we go around the league with national soccer reporter Kyle McCarthy. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

May 07, 201436 min

Dan Gargan and Alexi Lalas | Episode 410

LA Galaxy right back Dan Gargan discussed his Philly street cred, his time in Puerto Rico, and then his clothing line. In the second segment, we go around MLS with ESPN soccer analyst Alexi Lalas. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

May 02, 201438 min

Ned Grabavoy and John Strong | Episode 409

NBC Sports play-by-play announcer John Strong checks in to talk about Portland Timbers and the rest of the league. In the second segment, RSL midfielder Ned Grabavoy discusses life with twins, NHL playoffs and his goal celebration. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Apr 23, 201452 min

MLS in Atlanta, Grant Wahl and Dillon Powers | Episode 408

Sports Illustrated senior writer Grant Wahl discusses MLS in Atlanta, Arthur Blank, and more. In the second segment Colorado Rapids midfielder Dillon Powers checks in to talk about mullets, burritos, and ... his video making skills. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Apr 16, 201442 min

Chris Rolfe and Jonathan Tannenwald | Episode 407

Chris Rolfe discusses joining D.C. United and being the new guy in a locker room. In the second segment, Roche and Philly.com reporter Jonathan Tannenwald have a spirited discussion about MLS in Atlanta, the USWNT, and the Union. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Apr 09, 201453 min

Dan Kennedy | Episode 406

Chivas USA goalkeeper Dan Kennedy talks about the club's ownership transition, Tommy McNamara's mullet, and the Superclasico. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Apr 03, 201420 min

Brian Straus | Episode 405

We go around the league with Sports Illustrated writer Brian Straus. Are TFC and the Crew for real? Can David Beckham get things done in Miami? And we run through the U.S. Men's National Team roster ahead of the friendly against Mexico. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Mar 26, 201448 min

Will Bruin and Sebastian Salazar | Episode 404

We go around the league with CSN Houston anchor/reporter Sebastian Salazar and then talk to Houston Dynamo forward Will Bruin about his current form and ... Beer! Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Mar 21, 201454 min

Sheanon Williams | Bonus Episode

Philadelphia Union defender Sheanon Williams talks to Roche while they watch the Union/Impact preseason match. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Mar 03, 201410 min

Dom Dwyer and Wil Trapp | Episode 403

Sporting KC forward Dom Dwyer talks about Orlando City SC, preseason preparation, and the power of an English accent. In the second segment, Crew midfielder Wil Trapp talks about Medieval Times, life in Holland, TV talk, and - of course - soccer. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Mar 01, 201432 min

Eddie Johnson and Charles Boehm | Episode 402

SoccerWire.com editor Charles Boehm talks about Mike Magee's holdout, Chivas USA, and MLS refs. In the second segment, D.C. United and U.S. Men's National Team forward Eddie Johnson talks about preseason, ice baths, and ... Maria Sharapova? Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Feb 25, 201443 min

Kyle McCarthy & Travis Clark | Episode 401

TopDrawerSoccer.com's Travis Clark discusses the 2014 MLS SuperDraft and MLS expert Kyle McCarthy talks about the issues facing the league ahead of the 2014 season. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Jan 17, 201446 min

Episode 342: Brian Straus and Sebastian Salazar

We recap the 2013 MLS season's biggest stories with Sports Illustrated writer Brian Straus and CSN Houston anchor/reporter Sebastian Salazar. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Dec 12, 20131 hr 10 min

Episode 341: 2013 MLS MVP Mike Magee

BONUS EPISODE: 2013 Volkswagen MLS Most Valuable Player Mike Magee takes about the past season and the possibility of playing international soccer. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Dec 05, 201312 min

Episode 340: Dax McCarty and Brian Dunseth

New York Red Bulls midfielder and Orlando native Dax McCarty discusses MLS expansion and the MLS Cup Final. In the second segment, RSL soccer analyst Brian Dunseth breaks down the final. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Dec 04, 20131 hr 3 min

Episode 339: Josh Wolff and Brian Straus

Josh Wolff talks about his new role as an Assistant Coach with the Columbus Crew and why he decided to join the Black-and-Gold and then Sport Illustrated reporter Brian Straus discusses MLS's playoff structure and expansion. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Nov 21, 201353 min

Episode 338: Grant Wahl and Sebastian Salazar

Sports Illustrated senior writer Grant Wahl calls in to discuss MLS expansion and playoffs. In the second segment Sebastian Salazar of CSN Houston joins Roche to go around the league. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Nov 13, 201355 min

Episode 337: A.J. Soares and Joshua Mayers

New England Revolution defender A.J. Soares talks about Leg 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal matchup with Sporting KC and then Joshua Mayers of The Seattle Times discusses the Sounders' changes agains Portland Timbers. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Nov 06, 201330 min

Episode 336: Luis Robles and Sebastian Salazar

New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Luis Robles tells a heartwarming story about his path to MLS and his team's preparation for the playoffs. In the second segment, NBCSN and CSN Houston reporter Sebastian Salazar goes around the league with Roche. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Oct 31, 201345 min

Episode 335: Alexi Lalas and Will Johnson

ESPN soccer analyst Alexi Lalas checks in to discuss Pearl Jam, hair bands, and - of course - MLS. In the second segment, Portland Timbers captain Will Johnson shares his comparison of coaches Caleb Porter and Jason Kreis and the Timber's playoff push. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Oct 24, 201347 min

Episode 334: Taylor Twellman and Jay DeMerit

ESPN soccer analyst Taylor Twellman checks in to recap World Cup qualifying and the role of MLS players on the USMNT. In the second segment, Vancouver Whitecaps defender Jay DeMerit talks about his return from injury and offers some fantasy football advice. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Oct 17, 201342 min

Episode 333: Danny Cruz and Amanda Stein

Midfielder Danny Cruz talks about Philadelphia Union's playoff push and his Spanish class. In the second segment, TSN 690′s Amanda Stein checks in to discuss Montreal Impact's current form. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Oct 09, 201342 min

Episode 332: Ben Olsen and Garth Lagerwey

We preview the U.S. Open Cup Final by talking to D.C. United Head Coach Ben Olsen and Real Salt Lake GM Garth Lagerwey. Do not miss this show, it's one of our best. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Sep 26, 201351 min

Episode 331: Steve Davis

ProSoccerTalk's Steve Davis on the MLS Cup playoff chase and the state of refereeing around the league. Does MLS need a star ref like Howard Webb or Collina? Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Sep 25, 201332 min

Episode 330: Deshorn Brown

Colorado Rapids forward Deshorn Brown joins the show to discuss his season with the Rapids, his place in MLS's 24 Under 24 , and the Jamaican National Team. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Sep 19, 201318 min

Episode 329: Mike Petke and Sebastian Salazar

New York Red Bulls Head Coach Mike Petke talks about his first season coaching, MLS's Disciplinary Committee, and his sweater vest style. In the second segment, NBC Sport Network's Sebastian Salazar discusses the Houston Dynamo and the unfulfilled potential of CONCACAF Champions League. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

Sep 03, 201357 min
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