FiddySicks Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 20 hours ago, 4_tattoos said: So is the Fire in Bridgeview situation different than that of Galaxy being in Carson & Red Bull being in Harrison, NJ? Prior to the existence of NYCFC and LAFC I heard way more complaints from Chicago fans regarding the Fire's stadium location than I did that of LA and NY fans. It’s absolutely different than it is in Southern California for the Galaxy due to the necessity of public transportation. You basically have to drive everywhere in Southern California so that doesn’t really matter at all for them. You just drive right up, park in the big ass gated off parking lot, and you’re Good to go. It’s different in New York and Chicago because of how vital rail travel is in those areas. Trying to get somewhere in either of those cities that’s even more than a few blocks off of the rail line is chaotic. I was in Chicago a few years ago with a local buddy who was absolutely adamant that he was going to give me a tour of the ENTIRE Chicagoland area. I don’t think there’s an inch of that city I didn’t see and get some type of historical explanation of. The only thing I remember about the stadium Fire play in is it was WAY about there. I thought that was strange and couldn’t see how people would trek down that way for games regularly. It was a lot like how I felt about going to Coyotes games in Glendale while living in Tempe. I did it once and vowed to NEVER do it again because it was such a terrible experience before I even left the car. On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 And it's a brutal comparison when the United Center and Soldier Field are right downtown, and Wrigley/Comiskey are a bit further afield but still L-accessible. In some markets, suburban sports venues make sense, but not in an old, dense, big city like Chicago. It's minor league stuff there. Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_tattoos Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 16 minutes ago, Digby said: And it's a brutal comparison when the United Center and Soldier Field are right downtown, and Wrigley/Comiskey are a bit further afield but still L-accessible. In some markets, suburban sports venues make sense, but not in an old, dense, big city like Chicago. It's minor league stuff there. So where would the proposed USL stadium be in compared the venues you mentioned? Not familiar with Chicago. Hotter Than July > Thriller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDAWG Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 2 hours ago, Dilbert said: I would love to see St Louis in MLS. Would make a great rivalry with Kansas City, Chicago, and Cincinnati. I think the next round of expansion will be between, Phoenix, Sacramento, St Louis, San Diego and Detroit. I think Indy and Raleigh-Durham have moved nowhere. Charlotte and Tampa Bay are dead. San Antonio is on life support depending on Austin. Las Vegas and Louisville have recently entered the mix but I dont think they will go far. Does Didier Drogba playing for Phoenix enhance their chances? I would think so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Not as much as you would think. The Phoenix bid would have several hurdles to clear before it would be viable, and even then, is the interest there? How are they going to do mid July/August games even with an 8 PM start? I’d love to see the Phoenix bid work out, and think the market has a ton of potential if done right. I just don’t think it will work as is currently constructed/planned. Ive seen enough of this up close to know that the most important thing, and maybe even the ONLY thing that really matters, is funding. This last bid showed that. The deeper your pockets are, the better chance you’ve got. Basically every single “potential” MLS bid right now suffers from that same issue. That’s why a lot of these teams aren’t already in MLS. Having a flashy name up front is cool and all, but it doesn’t matter a damn bit if they don’t have the investors. Hell, look at Miami. On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 I wish Sacramento would get their together, otherwise its Phoenix spot for the taking. Signature intentionally left blank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Outdoor Phoenix soccer in the summer is a ludicrous idea on its face. It shouldn't exist. 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 8 minutes ago, DG_Now said: Outdoor Phoenix soccer in the summer is a ludicrous idea on its face. It shouldn't exist. If Phoenix does get in they have to have a climate controlled facility Signature intentionally left blank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 2 hours ago, Dilbert said: I wish Sacramento would get their together We’re trying, Jennifer. On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 They could completely skip over Sac & Phx and go with 2 others. IT'S MLS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Umm, so... Has anyone heard about this nonsense yet? This seems like a monumentally stupid idea for US soccer that could potentially cripple the movement IMO. https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/mls-and-liga-mx-have-toyed-around-with-the-idea-of-forming-a-north-american-super-league/ On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 50 minutes ago, Bucfan56 said: We’re trying, Jennifer. That's one of the saddest tweets I ever read. It hurts my heart. 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDAWG Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 1 hour ago, Bucfan56 said: Umm, so... Has anyone heard about this nonsense yet? This seems like a monumentally stupid idea for US soccer that could potentially cripple the movement IMO. https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/mls-and-liga-mx-have-toyed-around-with-the-idea-of-forming-a-north-american-super-league/ Sounds stupid. If the leagues combine, it would be 41 teams if none of the Mexican teams fold, and I don't think European leagues have that many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted October 11, 2018 Author Share Posted October 11, 2018 I have no problem with a 41-team MLS. But only MLS. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camden Crazy Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 10 hours ago, Dilbert said: If Phoenix does get in they have to have a climate controlled facility Aren’t the D-Backs looking for a new ballpark? Not sure how viable a Chase Field renovation is but it’s a retractable roof, downtown facility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Can't believe we let the first anniversary of USMNT vs T&T pass without mention! (Not to mention the third anniversary of that trainwreck CONCACAF Cup USMNT-Mexico game!) Any sign of a manager yet? Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBGKon Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 I thought Phoenix Rising proposed a retractible roof stadium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Maybe Phoenix can get the air-cooling drones on a steep discount after the Qatar Cup. Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJWalker45 Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 10 hours ago, Bucfan56 said: Umm, so... Has anyone heard about this nonsense yet? This seems like a monumentally stupid idea for US soccer that could potentially cripple the movement IMO. https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/mls-and-liga-mx-have-toyed-around-with-the-idea-of-forming-a-north-american-super-league/ http://www.espn.com/soccer/united-states/story/3665748/united-states-canada-mexico-could-form-combined-league-after-2026-world-cup Now they're talking about bringing Canada in on the deal? Ugghhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfwabel Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 35 minutes ago, MJWalker45 said: http://www.espn.com/soccer/united-states/story/3665748/united-states-canada-mexico-could-form-combined-league-after-2026-world-cup Now they're talking about bringing Canada in on the deal? Ugghhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! When Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver currently have MLS teans, they're already in on any deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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