Sports Illustrated- MLB

Dec 03, 2021

MLS Has a Playoffs Problem. Or Does It?

The top seeds in each conference failed to reach MLS Cup again. Are the playoffs too random, or do they strike a right balance of incentive and opportunity?

Dec 04, 2020

In MLS's Conference Finals, There Are Two Favorites, but No More Underdogs

Seattle and Columbus will host their respective conference finals, but their opponents aren't to be overlooked.

Nov 25, 2020

MLS Playoff Power Rankings: Defending Champ Seattle Has That Look

Can Seattle make it three MLS Cup titles in five seasons? Its first-round showing was indicative of a team poised for a run.

Nov 23, 2020

Amid Everything, MLS Playoffs Remain Remarkably On-Brand

In a norm-shattering year, there's at least the constant of the wildness that comes with the MLS playoffs.

Nov 21, 2020

Orlando City Earns Playoff Win After Wild Penalty Shootout

Orlando City GK Gallese was sent off for a second yellow after being caught a step off the line on review, and a defender had to go in goal.