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The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast

Andrew Barnikel, Adam Tamburello, Connor Wright

We are The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast! Your home for all things MLS, Past Present and Future! Hosted by Andrew Barnikel and Connor Wright

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Episode 340: USL Wants Pro Rel! How Will It Impact...

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2025/03/24

In this episode, we sit down with John from Loud and Proud Orlando to chat about USL's Pro Rel ambitions and how they will impact MLS and US Soccer! We hit all the angles, the good, the bad, the ugly, and all our concerns. Be sure to share your thoughts below! Recorded on: 3/21/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #...

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81:56

Episode 339: MLS Executives Give Their Thoughts On...

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2025/03/17

In this episode, we sit down with Deon from Nerdy Soccer Guy to have an open chat about The annual MLS Executives Survey from The Athletic! Tons of topics covered today, from Messi and the World Cup, to USL's D1 League, the Fall-Spring Calendar, and even Don Garber's Successor. Be sure to share your thoughts below! Recorded on: 3/6/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #ra...

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38:51

Episode 338: A Deep Dive Into MLS' Apple TV Deal ft...

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2025/03/10

In this episode, we sit down with Eli Lesser from EliLesserTV to have an open chat about MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. The good, the bad, the ugly, and ways to improve it all! What do you think is the first think MLS and Apple need to fix? Recorded on: 3/6/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondyna...

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34:06

Episode 337: MLS Roster Designations Are HERE!

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2025/03/04

In this episode, Andrew solo's the show to give the boy's preseason predictions! Conference standings, awards, and bold predictions coming your way! Recorded on: 3/1/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #li...

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73:46

Episode 336: USL Wants A D1 League and Players Speak...

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2025/02/25

In this episode, Andrew solo's the show to give the boy's preseason predictions! Conference standings, awards, and bold predictions coming your way! Recorded on: 2/21/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #l...

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40:12

Episode 335: 2025 MLS PREDICTIONS!

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2025/02/20

In this episode, Andrew solo's the show to give the boy's preseason predictions! Conference standings, awards, and bold predictions coming your way! Recorded on: 2/18/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #l...

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30:38

Episode 334: A Not So Deep Dive Into DC United's 2025...

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2025/02/18

In this episode, we sit down with the James from DC UK to preview DC United's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/15/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #mnufc #minnesotaunited #minnesota #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:19 - DC's 2024 5:05 - Best Addition 9:38 - Biggest Loss 13:27 - Player To Watch 17:36 - One Question 21:20 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/ ...

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25:55

Episode 334: A Not So Deep Dive Into Minnesota...

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2025/02/18

In this episode, we sit down with the Connor from Loonacy Podcast to preview Minnesota United's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/13/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #mnufc #minnesotaunited #minnesota #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 3:21 - MIN's 2024 6:25 - Best Addition 9:53 - Biggest Loss 12:04 - Player To Watch 14:26 - One Question 19:14 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedp...

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32:10

Episode 333: A Not So Deep Dive Into Atlanta United's...

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2025/02/17

In this episode, we sit down with the Sydney from Scarves N Spikes to preview Atlanta United's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/13/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #atlutd #atlantaunited #atlanta #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:35 - ATL's 2024 5:59 - Pineda Out, Deila In 8:55 - Best Addition 12:35 - Biggest Loss 17:40 - Player To Watch 21:36 - One Question 25:19 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! &nbs...

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28:42

Episode 332: A Not So Deep Dive Ino Chicago Fire's...

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2025/02/17

In this episode, we sit down with the Nick from Glass House Soccer to preview Chicago Fire's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/13/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #cf97 #chicagofire #chicago #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:39 - CHI's 2024 7:43 - Best Addition 13:36 - Biggest Loss 17:01 - Player To Watch 21:17 - One Question 22:15 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzs...

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47:41

Episode 331: A Not So Deep Dive Into St. Louis City's...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/16

In this episode, we sit down with the Matt Baker from Flyover Footy to Preview St. Louis City's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/12/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #allforcity #stlouiscitysc #stlouis #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 32:33 - STL's 2024 7:40 - Carnell Out, Mellberg In 15:27 - Best Addition 22:45 - Biggest Loss 28:14 - Player To Watch 35:21 - One Question 37:55 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Po...

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48:39

Episode 330: A Not So Deep Dive Into San Diego FC's...

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2025/02/16

In this episode, we sit down with the SDFC Bros to preview San Diego FC's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/11/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #nashvillesc #everyonen #nashville #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 3:32 - San Diego Hate? 7:34 - Mikey Varas Thoughts 21:42 - Best Addition 28:30 - Player To Watch 34:36 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/ Twitter: h...

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36:40

Episode 329: A Not So Deep Dive Into Austin FC's 2025...

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2025/02/15

In this episode, we sit down with Charles from The False Nine to preview Austin FC's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/11/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #nashvillesc #everyonen #nashville #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:19 - Wolff Out 6:33 - Best Addition 12:24 - Biggest Loss 15:37 - Player To Watch 23:35 - One Question 29:13 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzspro...

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38:41

Episode 328: A Not So Deep Dive Into Nashville SC's...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/15

In this episode, we sit down with Stephen from Pharmaceutical Soccer to preview Nashville SC's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/11/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #nashvillesc #everyonen #nashville #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 4:19 - NSH's 2024 7:32 - Best Addition 12:36 - Biggest Loss 16:28 - Player To Watch 21:27 - One Question 27:00 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedpp...

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38:42

Episode 327: A Not So Deep Dive Into Toronto FC's...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/14

In this episode, we sit down with Corey from Waking The Red to preview Toronto FC's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/10/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #TFCLive #TorontoFC #Toront #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 4:37 - TFC's 2024 8:39 - Best Addition 14:05 - Biggest Loss 17:40 - Player To Watch 23:54 - One Question 28:40 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzspro...

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33:57

Episode 326: A Not So Deep Dive Into NYCFC's 2025...

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2025/02/14

In this episode, we sit down with Tom from MLS Aces to preview NYCFC's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/10/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #NERevs #newenglandrevolution #newengland #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 5:55 - NYC's 2024 9:45 - Best Addition 11:53 - Biggest Loss 14:50 - Player To Watch 19:50 - One Question 26:00 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzspr...

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33:50

Episode 325: A Not So Deep Dive Into New England...

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2025/02/13

In this episode, we sit down with Caleb Pongratz to preview New England Revolution's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/10/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #NERevs #newenglandrevolution #newengland #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:08 - NE's 2024 4:51 - Best Addition 9:38 - Biggest Loss 1 11:02 - Trading Trend With SJ 14:28 - Biggest Loss 2 18:34 - Player To Watch 21:21 - One Question 27:18 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com...

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38:54

Episode 324: A Not So Deep Dive Into Philadelphia...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/13

In this episode, we sit down with Jose Nunez to preview Philadelphia Union's 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/10/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #DOOP #philadelphiaunion #philadelphia #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 3:16 - PHI's 2024 7:50 - Jim Curtin 12:14 - Registration Ban 14:11 - Best Addition 17:47 - Biggest Loss 22:07 - Player To Watch 28:22 - One Question 32:30 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social...

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44:38

Episode 323: A Not So Deep Dive Into San Jose...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, we sit down with Shauyan from Rave Green TV to preview Seattle Sounders' 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/9/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #Sounders #seattlesounders #Seattle #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 4:35 - SJ's 2024 11:36 - Best Addition 22:43 - Biggest Loss 27:25 - Player To Watch 32:53 - One Question 38:19 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.bu...

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49:27

Epsiode 322: A Not So Deep Dive Into Seattle...

The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, we sit down with Shauyan from Rave Green TV to preview Seattle Sounders' 2025 season! Recorded on: 2/9/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #Sounders #seattlesounders #Seattle #interview 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 2:31 - SEA's 2024 8:19 - Best Addition 20:13 - Biggest Loss 25:21 - Player To Watch 30:00 - One Question 42:38 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.bu...

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