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Lobbing Scorchers

Ari Liljenwall & Noah Riffe

Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer"s Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more. Lobbing Scorchers is produced and owned by Just Once Media.https://lobbingscorchers.com

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80:18

Seattle Sounders Make MORE Leagues Cup History?

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2026/03/06

We're joined by special guest Tim Foss of Sounder at Heart and co-host of the new SAH podcast network show Backpost Runners! Topics of discussion include Seattle's injury situation, which is quickly devolving into a crisis; a preview of Saturday's matchup at St. Louis CITY SC; and the rise of young players we've seen throughout MLS so far in 2026. We also give our predictions on who will be the starting No. 9 in St. Louis, and what it will take for the Rave Green to atone for last year's 1-0 defeat

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85:51

Will the Seattle Sounders EVER break the Curse of...

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2026/03/03

Another trip to America First Field, another unfortunate L. We discuss the positives and negatives coming off Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Real Salt Lake and whether it's cause for concern ahead of another road matchup at St. Louis CITY SC. Later on, we'll react to some of the other results from around MLS in Matchday 2, including a troubling performance from Atlanta United and a resurgent one from the LA Galaxy.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari

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73:08

Fans React to Seattle Sounders FRUSTRATING Loss at...

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2026/03/01

We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 2 clash at Real Salt Lake at America First Field.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network host and

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59:56

Seattle Sounders Concacaf Champions Cup opponent...

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2026/02/28

The Seattle Sounders’ 2026 MLS campaign is officially underway with a 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids in Matchday 1. With a trip to America First Field to face Real Salt Lake next on the docket, can the Rave Green finally snap their winless streak in the thriving metropolis of Sandy, Utah? After some injury updates on Jordan Morris and Hassani Dotson, we also discuss the news that Seattle will face a Cascadia foe in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16, then hit our Agenda Check covering the

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83:24

Seattle Sounders carelessly jump to victory!

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2026/02/23

It was a big victory for the Seattle Sounders in Matchday 1, with Sunday night's comprehensive 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids. But it came at a cost, with Jordan Morris and Hassani Dotson each exiting with injuries. We'll discuss our biggest takeaways from the match, what we thought of the controversial officiating and more from the opening weekend in Major League Soccer.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments -

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113:06

Fans react to Seattle Sounders season opener vs....

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2026/02/23

We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 1 clash vs. Colorado.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at

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103:56

Everything We're Predicting for the 2026 Seattle...

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2026/02/20

The 2026 MLS season is here, and Lobbing Scorchers is sending off the preseason with one final episode before the action kicks off. The crew reunites in the studio for a spirited debate on Pedro de la Vega and his role heading into the new campaign, plus immediate reaction to the now-official trade of Reed Baker-Whiting to Nashville SC.From there, the pod shifts into full 2026 Seattle Sounders season preview mode, with Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe laying out their predictions across several key

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79:55

Seattle Sounders trade Reed Baker-Whiting to...

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2026/02/16

Seattle Sounders homegrown fullback Reed Baker-Whiting has been traded to Nashville SC in a cash-for-player trade (reported $800k plus add-ons). We'll analyze the move and the implications for Seattle's depth chart as we near the start of the 2026 season, and be joined by special guest Favian Renkel for some talk about the Sounders and MLS from a national perspective.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in

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61:30

Seattle Sounders vs. Louisville City SC Preseason...

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2026/02/15

We react following the Seattle Sounders' 3-1 victory over Louisville City SC in Sunday's preseason scrimmage at Longacres.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network

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95:18

Who is the BEST value on the Seattle Sounders?

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2026/02/13

With Noah sidelined as he recovers from his big adventure to Marbella, we bring in official Lobbing Scorchers Data Guru/Math and Numbers Expert Spencer Hodapp for some preseason thought exercises related to some of his latest work for Sounder at Heart.We discuss his findings on several topics, including the Sounders' propensity for getting Liga MX coaches fired, the best contract values for Seattle and throughout MLS, and a few names who could be Seattle's best intra-league acquisitions. Later on,

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53:15

Paul Rothrock Joins the Show From Marbella, Spain!

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2026/02/13

Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and

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93:45

Seattle Sounders preseason continues and a transfer...

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2026/02/10

Seattle Sounders preseason churns onward as the Rave Green charge toward the start of their 2026 regular-season and Concacaf Champions Cup campaigns. After our first glimpse of the squad in action in a pair of friendlies in Marbella, we'll give our take on where things stand on the depth chart. We'll also discuss a recent report from Sounder at Heart linking winger Georgi Minoungou to Hammarby.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan

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76:29

Atlético Madrid sign Obed Vargas from Seattle Sounders!

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2026/02/03

We have a Bogert Bombshell to discuss regarding the Seattle Sounders, with Sunday's report that La Liga giant Atlético Madrid are in talks to acquire Seattle rising homegrown midfielder Obed Vargas. We'll dive into the latest developments regarding Obed's seemingly pending departure, discuss the fit with Atlético and assess how Seattle is set up to withstand the loss of one of their best and most important players.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah

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72:26

This Seattle Sounders Player Has The Most to Prove -...

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2026/01/30

We are back with some Seattle Sounders and MLS offseason coverage from the new Sounder at Heart studio in the International District, just blocks away from Lumen Field! With the squad in Marbella for preseason training, we discuss the news of Nouhou’s contract extension and give our picks for the players with the most to prove between now and the start of the 2026 season. Later on, we hit a couple of headlines from around MLS, including the LA Galaxy’s trade for João Klauss and a Blazing Hot Press

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83:37

Seattle Sounders preseason heads to Portugal!

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2026/01/21

The Seattle Sounders preseason continues as the squad travels to Portugal for fitness training before heading to Marbella, Spain where they'll play three scrimmages. We'll discuss what we're looking for as prepration for the 2026 season and Concacaf Champions Cup begins in earnest, then jump around MLS for some league-wide coverage.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces

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126:26

Seattle Sounders are playing in SPOKANE?! - Ep. 127

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2026/01/16

Seattle Sounders players have reported for preseason training camp as the road to the 2026 regular-season opener draws closer. We'll discuss the state of the squad, as well as the news that the club is likely playing a Concacaf Champions Cup match in Spokane due to scheduling conflicts with Lumen Field.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments

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90:09

Seattle Sounders make HUGE BLOCKBUSTER signing!

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2026/01/12

It's another episode chronicling the Seattle Sounders' offseason, this time with a new player signing to discuss following the Rave Green's acquisition of U22 Initiative midfielder Nikola Petković from Charlotte FC. We'll also jump around MLS to talk about some of the other roster movement and storylines from around the league.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and

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76:22

What's next for Seattle Sounders offseason?

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2026/01/05

We are back with our first episode of 2026 as we work our way through the dog days of the MLS offseason. We'll check in on the Seattle Sounders and assess their offseason to date, including the news that the Rave Green have officially re-signed Paul Rothrock. Will they show ambition and sign more players, or is this it for Craig Waibel and Co.? We'll also discuss some of the other big headlines from around the league, including Riqui Puig's injury setback for the LA Galaxy.Follow Lobbing Scorchers:

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149:59

Seattle Sounders sign Hassani Dotson and Paul...

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2025/12/18

We have the first major moves of Seattle Sounders offseason with Tuesday's announcement that free-agents Hassani Dotson and Ryan Sailor have signed with the Rave Green. We'll discuss the implications of Seattle's latest additions and what their roles could look like come 2026.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in

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107:32

REPORT: Paul Rothrock in advanced negotiations with...

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2025/12/12

We're back with more Seattle Sounders offseason coverage and our own Niko Moreno gave us quite the story to discuss, reporting that the San Jose Earthquakes have emerged as the frontrunner to sign Paul Rothrock. Could the fan-favorite winger be headed to a Western Conference rival? We'll also take a look at the list of available free agents to see if there are any obvious or viable targets for the Rave Green, and discuss a few other news items from around MLS, including LAFC's hiring of Marc dos

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