The Designated Players | An MLS Podcast

Andrew Barnikel, Adam Tamburello, Connor Wright
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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

  1. 1D AGO

    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 #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc...

    33 min

  2. 4D AGO

    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 thoughts below! Recorded on: 3/21/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #...

    1h 7m

  3. MAR 17

    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, and even Don Garber's Successor. Be sure to share your thoughts below! Recorded on: 3/6/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #ra...

    1h 22m

  4. MAR 10

    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? Recorded on: 3/6/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondyna...

    39 min

  5. MAR 4

    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 #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #li...

    34 min

  6. FEB 25

    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 #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #l...

    1h 14m

  7. FEB 20

    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 #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #l...

    40 min

  8. FEB 18

    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 Week 2:19 - DC's 2024 5:05 - Best Addition 9:38 - Biggest Loss 13:27 - Player To Watch 17:36 - One Question 21:20 - Predicted Finish Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.com Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/ ...

    31 min
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    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

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      Andrew Barnikel, Adam Tamburello, Connor Wright
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
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