
The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast
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
Episodes
356 episodes
Episode 355: Bruce Arena saves Messi from a red card
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about LA Galaxy Will Kuntz's recent comments about how MLS roster rules are outdated. We continue our talk of th...
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Season 6
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Episode 49
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50:44

Episode 354: Eddie Gaven in goal and 2010 Eastern Conference Semifinals | MLS History Retold
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 48
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16:44

Episode 353: Does the US Open Cup prove there is a huge gap between MLS and USL?
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about the latest round of the US Open Cup which saw just 1 USL side win out of 16 matchups against MLS, does thi...
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Season 6
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Episode 48
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55:20

Episode 352: Will Hesmer goalkeeper goal and Birahim Diop hattrick | MLS History Retold
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 47
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17:21

Episode 351: Could Paul Pogba be headed to MLS?
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about the money being handed out the Club World Cup and how basically none of it may go to the players. This is ...
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Season 6
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Episode 48
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41:13

Episode 350: Incredible run by RSL in CCL and the KC Wizards miraculous comeback | MLS History Retold
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 47
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23:55

Episode 349: MLS Transfer Deadline Day Recap
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're going to be recapping the deadline day moves in MLS by discussing some of our favorite moves, least favorite moves, and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 47
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34:42

Episode 348: Steve Cherundolo to leave at the end of the season and Kevin De Bruyne to Chicago?
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about the announcement of Steve Cherundolo's departure to Germany at the end of the season and what his legacy i...
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Season 6
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Episode 46
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43:58

Episode 347: Life in the Red Bull academy with Matthew Dos Santos
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're getting a behind the scenes look into life in the RBNY academy with RBNY2 prospect Matthew Dos Santos. Listen in to Matty talk about his game and his time ...
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Season 6
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Episode 45
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18:05

Episode 346: Sebastien Le Toux's hattrick in Philly's first ever home game and the KC Wizards beat Manchester United | MLS History Retold
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 45
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20:34

Episode 345: Most surprising and disappointing MLS teams so far ft Stateside Soccer Show
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're giving our takes on who have been the most surprising and most disappointing teams thus far in the very early MLS season, but we are not alone for this one...
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Season 6
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Episode 44
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52:42

Episode 344: Rihanna performs at RBNY and the origin of the Sons of Ben | MLS History Retold
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 43
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21:57

Episode 343: Peter Vermes OUT in Sporting KC, and Kevin De Bruyne coming to MLS?
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about the recent sacking of one of the longest tenured managers in history as Sporting KC sack coach Peter Vermes. Afterwards we discuss Kevin De B...
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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45:23

Episode 342: Laurent Courtois OUT in CF Montreal and other coaches on the hot seat
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about the recent sacking of CF Montreal coach Laurent Courtois and discussing if this was justified or harsh. While we're on the coach topic, we al...
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Season 6
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Episode 41
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36:09

Episode 341: Club World Cup Drama And MLS All Star Game Announced Ft Favian Renkel!
In this episode, we sit down with Favian Renkel to chat about his brilliant idea to find Club Leon's Replacement and if we really still need another version of MLS v Liga MX All Stars!Recorded on: 3/23/25#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplay...
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Season 6
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Episode 40
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34:01

Episode 340: USL Wants Pro Rel! How Will It Impact MLS and US Soccer? Ft Loud and Proud Orlando
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...
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Season 6
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Episode 39
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1:08:02

Episode 339: MLS Executives Give Their Thoughts On The State of MLS, and so do we! ft Nerdy Soccer Guy!
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...
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Season 6
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Episode 38
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1:22:36

Episode 338: A Deep Dive Into MLS' Apple TV Deal ft EliLesserTV!
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? ...
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Season 6
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Episode 37
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39:32

Episode 337: MLS Roster Designations Are HERE!
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...
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Season 6
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Episode 36
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34:47

Episode 336: USL Wants A D1 League and Players Speak Out On MLS Roster Rules ft Royal Riot!
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 #austinf...
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Season 6
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Episode 35
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1:14:27

Episode 335: 2025 MLS PREDICTIONS!
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 #austinf...
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Season 6
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Episode 34
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40:53

Episode 334: A Not So Deep Dive Into DC United's 2025 Season ft DCUK!
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 Week2:...
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Season 6
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Episode 33
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31:19

Episode 334: A Not So Deep Dive Into Minnesota United's 2025 Season ft Loonacy Podcast!
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...
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Season 6
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Episode 32
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26:36

Episode 333: A Not So Deep Dive Into Atlanta United's 2025 Season ft Scarves and Spikes!
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 31
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32:51

Episode 332: A Not So Deep Dive Ino Chicago Fire's 2025 Season ft Glass House Soccer!
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 We...
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Season 6
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Episode 30
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29:23
