Tag: LA Giltinis

3 Things: MLR Round 12

ATL Takes Control of the East An 8-7 finish can be a thriller. NOLA entered the weekend in control of their playoff destiny, but this was their final home game. A win was necessary. Atlanta couldn't care less. The boys from Georgia have shifted from 'playoff contender' to 'title contender'. They could have a playoff … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 12 →

Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 12

Our picks have bumped up to a 25-26 record. So, almost average. That's league parity and not predictor inadequacy. That's my official take. Byes: RUNY, Los Angeles Houston v Austin Look at the table, and this looks like an obvious call. Austin is in a playoff race, while Houston is fighting off elimination. So, why … Continue reading Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 12 →

State of the Race: Western Conference

The Legion are accelerating, the Gilgronis are decelerating, and Utah is on an up swing. Houston and Seattle could both be eliminated by the end of Round 13. LA might've found a bump in the road, but their path to the top seed is still clear. Magic Numbers In Control LA Giltinis Remaining Schedule: vHOU, … Continue reading State of the Race: Western Conference →

MLR Power Rankings: Round 11

1. Rugby ATL (LW: 3) It seems like whoever wins the LA game that week takes the top spot. If we get this rematch in the Final, we'll be lucky. 2. Rugby United New York (LW: 2) This team is coming together in a way that should scare every team in the league. 3. Los … Continue reading MLR Power Rankings: Round 11 →

3 Things: MLR Round 11

Editor's Note: It's Memorial Day. Like last week's game picks, these will be abbreviated. Take a bit of time to think about the meaning of the day. As I said in the Spoiler Alert, I recommend listening to Green Fields of France and simply taking it in. If that doesn't leave you feeling something, then … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 11 →

Power Rankings: MLR Round 10

1. Los Angeles Giltinis (LW: 1) The biggest question left in their season is when they’ll lock down the top seed. 2. Rugby United New York (LW: 3) A strong bounce back against a sneaky good New England side bumps them back up. 3. Rugby ATL (LW: 4) This team has quietly become a really … Continue reading Power Rankings: MLR Round 10 →

Spoiler Alert: Round 11

An abbreviated Spoiler Alert today due to the holiday weekend. While I encourage you still watch your rugby, (and recruit the other people at your barbecue to join!) take at least a bit to reflect on the reason for the holiday. If you need a bit of help, Green Fields of France always strikes a … Continue reading Spoiler Alert: Round 11 →

State of the Race: Western Conference

With every team having played nine games, our tables are identical to the League's. Magic Numbers and remaining schedules are below. In Control LA Giltinis Remaining Schedule: @RATL, vHOU, @SD, @SEA, vNOLA, vAG, @UTAH Austin Gilgronis Remaining Schedule: @UTAH, @HOU, vTOR, @SEA, @SD, @LA, @DC In the Hunt Utah Warriors Remaining Schedule: vAUS, @SEA, vSD, … Continue reading State of the Race: Western Conference →

3 Things: MLR Round 10

LA is on the Path to the Top Seed in the West Saying that LA will earn a one seed is just about the coldest take in the MLR. However, the path has become clear. If everything broke the right way, the Giltinis could have the top seed in the conference wrapped up by the … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 10 →