Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire delivered a Christmas present to fans in the form of mutually parting ways with Gaston Gimenez. The Designated Player was a symbol of underperformance and burdensome contracts for the last five years, and by mutually terminating the contract, Gregg Berhalter & Co. have opened up a second DP spot and saved their one-time buyout (Heads up, Arnaud Souquet.)

Our host also breaks down the latest front office hires for the Men in Red, and how Berhalter has filled out his sporting leadership team. Nick gives you the details on Darcy Norman, Eddie Rock, and Zayne M. Thomajan. He also breaks down the new season ticket exchange program, and how the new policies are signs of change for the club.

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Hey, soccer fans! Thanks for joining our MLS Scheduling Show Spectacular! Major League Soccer has released its 2025 schedule, and we're taking a look at how the season will go - noting how the Coachella Invitational, Concacaf Champions Cup, and Leagues Cup will fit in. In the second half, Nick takes a deep dive into the Chicago Fire's season, pointing out his most anticipated match-ups and identifying areas of the season the Men in Red should be able to find some success.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire made their first signing of the off-season, inking former Philadephia Union defender Jack Elliott to a one-year deal with an option. The Englishment brings a wealth of MLS experience, solid defending, and a bit of an offensive threat to the Second City. With the centerback position likely secure, where will the Men in Red turn next?

Nick also breaks down the players to watch in the MLS Re-Entry Draft, noting that Nicholas Gioachinni, Yaw Yeboah, and Ilas Iliadis are all available. He also discusses the Fire's participation in this year's Coachella Invitational tournament - an ever growing pre-season tournament for MLS and NWSL clubs.

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Hey, soccer fans! We have a treat for you in tonight's episode. Tune in to hear Nick's conversation with Chicago Fire Head Coach and Director of Sport Gregg Berhalter - admittedly, it was a public relations call, but a fun call nonetheless. Our host then reflects on San Diego FC's expansion draft and roster build. Also, MLS free agency is underway, and our host looks at the top free agents and whether any of them could fit into Berhalter's plans for the Men in Red.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Los Angeles Galaxy are your 2024 MLS Cup Champions after defeating the New York Red Bulls 2-1. They even did it without Riqui Puig! We look at the status and recap the game action, but then ask the question: "Is this the start of a Galaxy dynasty?" Tune in for Nick's answers and to hear how the Galaxy's win could impact how the Chicago Fire approach the 2025 season.

In the second half, we discuss the latest signing for the Men in Red: David Poreba. The MLS Next Pro Golden Boot winner and league MVP is now with the Fire first team. Now let's get some rumors started as to who will be running alongside him on the wings!

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Hey, soccer fans! The MLS Cup Final is set! The Los Angeles Galaxy are set to host the New York Red Bulls. Tune in as our host breaks down the expected game plan for each team and the impact players who will look to raise a trophy for their club. Even without an injured Riqui Puig, the Galaxy have a star-studded lineup. Meanwhile, the Red Bulls will have to play their pressing style to perfection.

In the second half of the show, Nick addresses the transfer rumors surrounding fan favorite, Georgios Koutsias. The young striker has seen little playing time since coming to Chicago, and a transfer to Lugano may be in the works. Join the discussion about Koutsias' time as one of the Men in Red and what his future looks like.

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Hey, soccer fans! Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you all find a reason to give thanks this week - and I am very thankful to be talking soccer with all of you. In tonight's episode, we address the rumors of Gregg Berhalter wanting to sign Aaron Long to the Chicago Fire. Would he be an upgrade to the Men in Red? Tune in for a statistical comparison with other Fire defenders.

Nick also reviews all the official transfer news within the league, including Luis Suarez' extension in Miami and Nick Cushing's dismissal as NYCFC head coach. We also get a preview of the new Christian Pulisic docuseries airing on Paramount+ in December.

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Hey, soccer fans! As we get ready to feast for Thanksgiving, tune in to our appetizer show talking aboutteh front office changes for the Chicago Fire and the coaching changes in Miami and Vancouver. Sebastian Pelzer is out as Technical Director but moves full time to a position with FC Lugano - the Fire's sister club in Switzerland. His tenure in Chicago was anything but a success on the pitch, but some of his scouting and networking benefits can still be realized by the Men in Red.

Meanwhile, we learn that Tata Martino's voluntary resignation may have been anything but voluntary as Inter Miami are looking to take their club in a different direction. And in more shocking news, Vanni Sartini has parted ways with the Vancouver Whitecaps after three-and-a-half seasons. Nick breaks down the developments and discusses where each club could go from here.

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