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
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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: Eastern Conference
Major League Rugby's Eastern Conference is finally seeing some separation. With Toronto at least two weeks out of playoff position and destined to play with a purged roster during the July test window, the Arrows are nearly out of this race. ATL has a one point lead over the field after their win over LA. … Continue reading State of the Race: Eastern 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: Eastern 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 Rugby ATL Remaining Schedule: vLA, @NOLA, @RUNY, vHOU, vDC, @UTAH, @NE Rugby United New York Remaining Schedule: vNE, @DC, vRATL, vUTAH, @TOR, @NE, vHOU, vNOLA In The Hunt NOLA Gold Remaining Schedule: … Continue reading State of the Race: Eastern Conference
Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 10 – Part 2
Byes: San Diego, Toronto Utah @ NOLA Both of these teams need a win. While Utah is the better team, they’re inconsistent. NOLA just got hammered in San Diego, but it’s easy to think they couldn’t get motivated to play against the hapless Legion. They tend to look much better at home. Winner: Gold DC … Continue reading Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 10 – Part 2
Power Rankings: MLR Round 9
Editor's Note: our Power Rankings tend to drop on Wednesday evening. This week, we have Wednesday Night Rugby. These rankings were made prior to the game and will not factor in that result. 1. Los Angeles Giltinis (LW: 2) SoFi Stadium looked good, but LA looks like real money. (I'm told money is cool slang.) … Continue reading Power Rankings: MLR Round 9
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