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.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
MLS Cup 2022: When You‘ve Always Got Mora to Give
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
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!
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
MLS Cup 2022: Don‘t Get Sent Off in the Playoffs
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
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!
Friday Nov 26, 2021
MLS Cup 2022: How to Win a Game Without Taking a Shot
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Friday Nov 26, 2021
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
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
MLS Playoff Preview
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
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.
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Ghost Fouls
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
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.
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Catching Up With the Canadian Clubs
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
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.
Saturday Sep 25, 2021
Garber Wants It All
Saturday Sep 25, 2021
Saturday Sep 25, 2021
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.
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Hat Trick Tragedies
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Nick and Bates talk the action since the international break, with some goal-filled games, the curious path of RSL, a brilliant hat trick (that didn't win the game) and more.