https://twitter.com/usmlr/status/1531296817064816641 In The Playoffs 1. (xyz*)New England Free Jacks Remaining Schedule: v. NY 2. (x)Rugby ATL Remaining Schedule: v. NOLA 3.(x)Rugby New York Remaining Schedule: @ NE Eliminated 4. Toronto Arrows Remaining Schedule: v. DC 5. NOLA Gold Remaining Schedule: @ ATL 6. Old Glory DC Remaining Schedule: @ TOR Key x -> Clinched Playoff … Continue reading State of the Race: MLR’s Eastern Conference – Round 17
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MLR Should Change Its Draft Order Allocation Method
Entering Round 17 of Major League Rugby's 2022 season, there are three clear groups of teams: Teams in Playoff PositionAustin, LA, and New England have clinched playoff spotsAtlanta, New York, and Houston have strong leads over the teams chasing themTeams Still Mathematically in Playoff ContentionSan Diego, Seattle, and Toronto all have slim chances of making … Continue reading MLR Should Change Its Draft Order Allocation Method
State of the Race: MLR’s Eastern Conference – Round 16
https://twitter.com/usmlr/status/1528753964140879872 In The Playoffs 1. (x)New England Free Jacks Remaining Schedule: v. NOLA, v. NY In Control 2. Rugby ATL Remaining Schedule: v. TOR, v. NOLA 3. Rugby New York Remaining Schedule: @ DC, @ NE Fading Fast 4. Toronto Arrows Remaining Schedule: @ ATL, v. DC Eliminated 5. NOLA Gold Remaining Schedule: @ NE, … Continue reading State of the Race: MLR’s Eastern Conference – Round 16
3 Things: MLR Round 16
Free Jacks Get Key Loss No team will say they want a loss. That won't stop Scott Mathie from breathing a bit easier. The New England coach must've been feeling significant pressure building as his side went on a historic winning streak. While its great to see New England fans take in a team that's … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 16
Power Rankings: MLR Round 15
1. New England Free Jacks (Last Week: 1) Their run in schedule is brutal: after playing ATL on Friday May 13th, they'll travel to Toronto for a Thursday game on May 19th, sit around for a week and a half, host NOLA, then finish with New York coming to town five days later. If they … Continue reading Power Rankings: MLR Round 15
State of the Race: MLR’s Eastern Conference – Round 15
https://twitter.com/usmlr/status/1526229706298871810 In The Playoffs 1. (x)New England Free Jacks Remaining Schedule: @ TOR, v. NOLA, v. NY In Control 2. Rugby New York Remaining Schedule: v. ATL, @ DC, @ NE 3. Rugby ATL Remaining Schedule: @ NY, v. TOR, v. NOLA Fading Fast 4. Toronto Arrows Remaining Schedule: v. NE, @ ATL, v. DC … Continue reading State of the Race: MLR’s Eastern Conference – Round 15
3 Things: MLR Round 15
Houston Looks Set for Final Playoff Spot Austin and New England are in. LA and New York are well on their way. ATL is struggling at the wrong time, but the gap between them and Toronto likely sees them through. It's time to view Houston as the clear leaders to round out the playoff field. … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 15
Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 15
A 4-2 week pushes us up to 57-24 on the year. With multiple playoff spots on the line, we've entered the back of the season. Quick picks are in bold. Bye(s): Austin Gilgronis New England Free Jacks v. Rugby ATL Toronto Arrows v. Dallas Jackals Houston SaberCats v. Utah Warriors NOLA Gold v. Old Glory … Continue reading Spoiler Alert: MLR Round 15
3 Things: MLR Round 14
The Eastern Playoff Berths are Basically Sealed Dear Arrows, thank you for playing. While the Free Jacks are the first team to lock in a playoff spot, Toronto's loss against New York was even more consequential. With just four games to go and an eleven point gap between third and fourth place, the Eastern field … Continue reading 3 Things: MLR Round 14
Today’s Results Are Unlikely to Alter the Trade Market
The MLR Trade and Signing Deadline is just a day away. Today’s action is unlikely to dramatically impact any moves. Entering this weekend, teams seemed focused on shoring up the edges and complying with salary cap rules. Only the Jackals seemed focused on bringing in new players, and that’s driven by a need to fulfill … Continue reading Today’s Results Are Unlikely to Alter the Trade Market