Cascadia Clobbering
This week we talk about that comeback that had Seattle fuming, the ongoing firepower prowess of St Louis, and a look around the league at who's flying and who's sighing.
Apr 19, 2023•55 min•Ep. 175
That’s So MLS
That’s So MLS is the Major League Soccer podcast for the long-suffering fan of the world’s most chaotic league. Hosted by journalist Andrew Bates and ex-casual defender Nick Thornton, TSMLS looks at club soccer from a Canadian perspective, with coverage of games and news from around North America.
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Set Your Watch to Old Rudy
If you've been watching MLS and thinking to yourself "Gee, there haven't been a lot of red cards of late," boy do we have you covered! We talk about the Houston/LA scenes and another Rudy Camacho red card at BC Place. We also look around the league for where the interesting stories are developing, including a Chicago Fire side that is slowly climbing the table.
Apr 12, 2023•38 min•Ep. 174
Not Bad, but not Good Either
It's been a few weeks since we've talked so we're taking a look back at the last few matches for the Canadian MLS clubs. We note that none of them are irredeemable but none of them have really put the full package together either. We also have a look around the league at those making noise and taking space up top in the standings.
Apr 02, 2023•52 min•Ep. 173
California Snow Bowl
MLS is officially back! After a weekend of inclement weather, we take a look around the league at the surprising and not-so-surprising results and start to make some (foolish) predictions about the season.
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 172
Geiger Is Watching
With the 2023 MLS season just around the corner, we take a look at somewhat muted preseason but look at some big transfers and talking points, explore Mark Geiger's promotion, and share the latest chaos out of Canada Soccer.
Feb 17, 2023•48 min•Ep. 171
The Only 3 Goals That Matter
We are back folks! After an off season that seemed to fly by, we are here to talk you through some big retirement news, salacious transfers, odd choices, and more!
Jan 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 170
You’ve Been Waiting for it... MLS Expansion Draft is here
Since there are no globally recognized soccer tournaments currently taking place, we decided to take a look at MLS roster updates, including some notable options declined, talk about MLS Expansion draft, and also say some stuff about the Global Trophy for Football.
Nov 25, 2022•50 min•Ep. 169
The Most That’s So MLS Final Ever
It is with some sad Doops that we draw a close to another wild year of MLS in a truly wild final clash between LAFC and Philadelphia Union. From the goals, horrific leg bending saves (and red cards), to the PK shootout, come relive the mayhem.
Nov 06, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 168
Decision Day + the Yates Report
We've got a big show for you this week as we take a look at the decision day results of who is in and who is out of the MLS Cup Playoffs. We share our predictions -which were recorded Friday, Oct 14th ;) About the 1hr 20 min mark, we start talking about the Sally Yates report and its implications across soccer in North America.
Oct 16, 2022•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 167
Five years of Chill Soccer
It's been five years of That's So MLS! We celebrate by catching up on some of the major developments, including Josef Martinez flipping a table, Sebastian Giovinco coming back to Toronto, kind of, and how the MLS playoff picture looks heading into the last two weeks of the regular season.
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 166
The Business End
There's been so much MLS action, news, transfers, and a Canadian Championship to boot, that we find ourselves playing a bit of catch up and breaking down some previous weeks as well as the fate of every team around the league. We also spend a good chunk of the show discussing the ongoing debacle surrounding the Whitecaps' handling of Bob Birarda (Mins 8-18 in the episode).
Aug 20, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 165
Gressel-Mainia Comes To Vancouver
After another busy week of games we take a look around the league, including the ongoing transfer madness. We of course talk about what Julian Gressel will bring to the Whitecaps, revisit some teams we had doubts about, and touch on the CSA saga.
Jul 22, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 164
Familiar Faces
There's been a lot of shuffling around the league and a stack of games so we are here to catch you up on the big name moves. We also talk about the return of Rooney to DC, Toronto's rebuild, and the scary lineup LAFC has assembled.
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 163
Catching Up From the International Break
Well, you turn your head for one minute for the international break and a lot can happen! We break down all the #CMNT drama (and there was a fair bit), World Cup announcements, MLS transfers, coaching changes, Apple deals, and yes, some league games too. It's a lot but we'll catch you up!
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 162
A Penny For Your Forwards
Nick and Andrew peruse the MLSPA salary list, chat the CONCACAF Champions League final and what it means in the context of Seattle's season, a Whitecaps win and Portland blowing out Sporting Kansas City.
May 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 161
DC Not So United and Crew Moves
This week we talk about the firing of Hernán Losada from DC United, a surprise Earthquakes victory, the Crew moving on from Zardes, and the Whitecaps' persistent woes (which may be slightly lessened soon).
Apr 30, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 160
It’s Firing Season (Already)
Some controversial calls and glorious golazos round out gameweeks 6 and 7 and we have a run down of both conferences and how everyone is faring. We also talk about the long anticipated departure of Almeyda from the Earthquakes.
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 159
Chicharito Shines and Canada Qualifies
This week, and coming in a little late, we look at Game Week 6 plus the last few games of World Cup Qualifying. if you're just here for an MLS catchup, we start talking MLS at the 42 min mark :D
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 158
That’s So MLS is Back
After a few busy weeks of MLS action, we are finally back to review the first four game weeks of the season. We take a look through the lens of the Canadian MLS clubs and well, it's not so great.
Mar 26, 2022•58 min•Ep. 157
MLS Pre-Season Preview
It is that time again! We talk through ALL of the clubs and where we rate them this year, as well as rate their signings. We cover some big news from NWSL and across the league. We recorded Wednesday night as Russia invaded Ukraine so we mention it but of course recognize the situation has since deteriorated significantly. Be well
Feb 26, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 156
Smells Like a World Cup
MLS is coming up in a couple of weeks and as the (not streamed) pre-season games get underway, we look at some of the big moves across MLS but first we go back and break down the Canadian Men's National Team dominance as of late. We also give an update on the situation at Portland Timbers/Thorns.
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 155
Off Season Update
As preparations begin for MLS 2022, we talk about some possible wrenches to a smooth start and go over all the big transfers, including some Super Draft news! We recorded earlier in the week so will be back for our Crepeau emotional processing next time.
Jan 22, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 154
MLS Cup 2022: MLS is Blue
We finally get to tackle the final game! We talk about what it all means for Portland and for the new champs, New York City FC. We put a stamp on the year, talk some of the more recent interesting moves. We'll catch you in 2022! Take good care <3
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 153
MLS Cup 2022: When You‘ve Always Got Mora to Give
This week we wrap up the conference finals and what finals they were, or almost were. We discuss the ins and outs of PORvRSL and PHIvNYCFC, discuss the final, and take a look at your new CanPL champs, PacificFC!
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 152
MLS Cup 2022: Don‘t Get Sent Off in the Playoffs
And then there were four! Joins us as we talk all the drama, heartbreak, and golazos of the MLS Cup Playoffs. We also talk some important roster updates!
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 151
MLS Cup 2022: How to Win a Game Without Taking a Shot
This week we have a rundown of all the MLS Cup Playoff games including some surprising results! We look at Minnesota's sputtering performance against the Timbers, SKC's dominance of the Whitecaps but why we're not worried, some nervy close calls for other teams, and who we have picked for the next round. We just missed the Colorado-Portland game, which we'll talk about in detail next time! This week's episode is brought to you by goalkeeper antics
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 150
MLS Playoff Preview
This week we review the big results from across MLS on #DecisionDay. We talk about the handball that wasn't a handball until days later, the Whitecaps crossing the finish line, and some retirements, including the GOAT: Chris Wondolowski. We also look ahead to the playoffs and make a few early predicitions.
Nov 18, 2021•55 min•Ep. 149
Ghost Fouls
As we approach decision day in MLS, we turn our attention to the teams still in the race just above and just below "the line." We talk about New England clinching the Supporter's Shield, the new investigation into the Whitecaps, and the mystery foul that lead to Orlando being wrongfully denied three points.
Nov 05, 2021•59 min•Ep. 148
Catching Up With the Canadian Clubs
After an in house bye week, we're back with a look at how the Canadian clubs in MLS are faring, as well as the big news, including two more coaching departures. We also talk about the ongoing developments within NWSL and US Soccer.
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 147
Garber Wants It All
This game week, we look at all the action across MLS, the Leagues Cup Final, and the new *greatly* expanded Leagues Cup format and its implications for clubs and players. We look around the league at the big winners and losers and some rare return to form for a couple of clubs. And remember, Giovinco is always watching.
Sep 25, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 146
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