Around MLS
Non-Timbers related stories from around Major League Soccer.
Timbers to open MLS season on the road against Vancouver; host Houston in home opener a week later
The April 18 opener will be played at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah, because of US–Canada travel restrictions.
MLS changes regular season start date to April 17
The original start date was set to be April 3.
Full MLS player pool votes to ratify new Collective Bargaining Agreement
New CBA terms were tentatively agreed to last week by MLSPA and MLS. Now it goes to MLS Board of Governors for full approval.
BREAKING: MLSPA and MLS reach tentative CBA agreement
Now will be set for a vote by the full player pool over the weekend.
MLS rejects MLSPA CBA proposal, moves closer to locking out players, cuts off own nose
Face has been reported to be feeling "very spited."
MLS is throwing away all of its goodwill from the 2020 season
The league’s decision to invoke the force majeure clause jeopardizes both the trust built with the players and the start of the 2021 season.
Around the Forest: Holiday wishes from the Timbers and Thorns
After celebrating Christmas, these stories are perfect to unwind with.
Around the Forest: Stories old and new for Christmas Eve perusing
Some reflecting on Christmas Eve is what every good Timbers and Thorns fan needs!
MLS SuperDraft 2021 confirmed for Jan. 21, Austin FC gets first pick
Major League Soccer confirmed the late January date Wednesday morning.
Your guide to the dates & deadlines of the MLS offseason calendar
Major dates to know ahead of the upcoming offseason, and what they mean for PTFC.
Why the 2020 MLS Cup Final is Star Wars
Help me, Caleb Porter. You’re my only hope.
Is it worth it for MLS to be Back?
More than 10,000 cases in Florida, a contaminated bubble, and the risks of MLS coming back.
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Decision Day
The "One last time" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Matchday 30
The "Never the easy way" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Midweek malaise
The "Deep breaths, folks; deep breaths … " edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Matchday 29
The "Oh jeez, the rest of this season is going to be stressful again" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Matchday 28
The "playoff rat race" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Midweek madness
The "midweek games that are actually pretty important" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Matchday 27
The "Yes, MLS still has games over an international break" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Rivalry Week
The "Sponsored by Heineken" edition
MLS rooting guide for Timbers fans: Matchday 24
The "Who can we catch?" edition
A Timbers fan’s MLS rooting guide: Matchday 23
The "welp, at least now we can focus on league play?" edition
Timbers acquire 2020 international spot, GAM in trade with DC United
Portland has traded 2019 TAM to DC United in exchange for 2019 GAM and a 2020 international roster spot.
A Timbers fan’s MLS rooting guide: Matchday 22
It’s a lot of East versus West in MLS this weekend, presenting an opportunity for Portland to solidify its status above the playoff line.
Timbers Army, Emerald City Supporters, Gorilla FC issue statement calling for MLS to rescind Iron Front ban
The rival supporters groups have united in a joint statement about MLS’s fan code of conduct.
A Timbers fan’s MLS rooting guide: Matchday 21
What you should root for this weekend so Portland can finally get above the red line
A Timbers fan’s MLS rooting guide: Matchday 20
Who you should be rooting for this weekend — now with more obscure references!
A Timbers fan’s MLS rooting guide: Matchday 19
Who Timbers fans should be rooting for in this weekend’s MLS matches
“Peak MLS” of the week: Cincinnati's stunner in ATL
The defending champs blow it against the new guys.
SFPI 2018 MLS Power Rankings Week 22
All Star "Break" Edition
SFPI 2018 MLS Power Rankings Week 20
"Insert Witty Comment Here" Edition
SFPI MLS Power Rankings Week 19
Football Is (NOT) Coming Home Edition