It was previously announced that MLR expansion side, the LA Giltinis, would spend 2021 at Los Angeles’s Memorial Coliseum. They’re already adding to that engagement. The team announced today that they’ve signed a ‘5+’ year deal with the venue. Terms of the deal, including what goes into the ‘+’ years, were not disclosed. The team … Continue reading Giltinis Sign Long Term Stadium Deal
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Supplemental Draft Picks had Tremendous Leverage
As Supplemental Draft signings are starting to trickle out (Mooneyham to Austin, James to LA) it’s worth remembering the leverage they had in negations. The MLR remains a league with a shoestring budget. It’s been widely assumed that the cap is staying flat at $500,000 with a max salary at $45,000. With most rosters set … Continue reading Supplemental Draft Picks had Tremendous Leverage
Supplementary Draft Moves Appear to be Permanent
Almost a week after the Supplementary Draft occurred, it seems at least one question has been resolved. Several fans, ourselves included, questioned what was actually being draft. Were players being permanently redistributed, or would Dallas players essentially go on one year loans to MLR counterparts? In an appearance on the MLR Kickoff Podcast, SaberCats head … Continue reading Supplementary Draft Moves Appear to be Permanent
MLR Releases Updated Fixtures
Major League Rugby dropped its updated schedule Wednesday following the postponement of Dallas's inaugural season. https://twitter.com/usmlr/status/1357010823936266240 Give schedule makers credit for turning around a new schedule this quickly. Schedule making is a thankless science, especially with teams that share stadiums. Add in the fact that Atlanta and Toronto are now sharing a home base, and … Continue reading MLR Releases Updated Fixtures
Where Will Former Jackals Play in 2022?
12 former Jackals were selected in the Supplementary Draft. 4 more opted for severance. Developmental Jackals are now unrestricted free agents. While most of them know their 2021 destinations, (even if we don't,) where will they play in 2022? It's logical to assume that at least one, and likely more, of the 16 full time … Continue reading Where Will Former Jackals Play in 2022?
The Biggest Piece of the MLR Supplemental Draft Announcement was Left Unsaid
Like most big pieces of MLR news, the announcement of the Supplemental Draft was made via a relatively brief press release. https://twitter.com/usmlr/status/1355259426773458946 No pomp and circumstance. No fanfare. Not even advanced warning. In a way, this makes sense. MLR remains a largely semi pro league. The Supplemental Draft itself proved that (more on that in … Continue reading The Biggest Piece of the MLR Supplemental Draft Announcement was Left Unsaid
Memorial Fund Started for Shawn Riley
A memorial fund has been started for recently passed NOLA Gold wing Shawn Riley. The GoFundMe page aims to assist with final expenses. Riley’s passing from a severe heart condition was announced earlier this week. The 30 year old Ohio native had been with NOLA the last two campaigns.
NOLA’s Shawn Riley Passes Away
NOLA Gold wing Shawn Riley has passed away from a sever heart issue, the club announced Wednesday. https://twitter.com/nolagoldrugby/status/1354514973058347009?s=20 Riley did not pick up rugby until 2012. His first professional experience was in 2016 with PRO Rugby's Ohio Aviators. 2017 and 2018 saw Shawn return to the club level in North Carolina. The 30 year old … Continue reading NOLA’s Shawn Riley Passes Away
Legion to Spend 2021 Season in Vegas
In another move disrupting the schedule just weeks before kickoff, the San Diego Legion have announced they will spend 2021 in Las Vegas. While Legion fans will certainly disappointed, this move felt inevitable. As the pandemic rages on, especially in California, the chances of fans filling the stands in San Diego were slim at best. … Continue reading Legion to Spend 2021 Season in Vegas
Dallas Withdraws from MLR 2021
We had a post scheduled on how Dallas might've made the move of the offseason. Turns out they had even bigger moves in mind. The Jackals have postponed their introduction to the league until 2022. Based on press releases, the ongoing pandemic was the driving factor. Challenges arose with bringing in international players as well, … Continue reading Dallas Withdraws from MLR 2021
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