Thought Papi was on the hot seat, but thought they’d give him a few more games. He’s a great coach but with a clear ceiling in MLS. He’ll have another job before next season if he wants it. Wouldn’t have a Rapids return if Wells takes the Spurs job in the Champo. I jest.
Might be broken. Will give Matt the Radar Technician a call. Got a bunch of pings in the Strait of Hormuz but not Rapids related even though it’s a narrow body of water with lots of American activity.
S9E4: Rapids Maxxing
Hello Colorado Soccer fans. This week on the pod, we discuss the 4-1 win vs LA Galaxy. We talk Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club, the Denver Summit opener, New York City FC, and cavitation bubbles.
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Made a few calls after this was announced. I don't see this as a bad thing. Will have reactions on @burgundywave.bsky.social and @rapids96podcast.bsky.social soon. Would encourage those who are confused or angry to read the press release in the meantime.
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Sam Vines waived and bought out by Colorado Rapids:
- What could have been at Antwerp and the USMNT
- Two years of regression in his return
- What does it mean to be a Colorado native and Homegrown for the Rapids in 2026?
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A good read for your lazy Sunday afternoon, Burgundy Sky:
We were dying at this @bymattpollard.bsky.social ? and Alexis Manyoma answer in mixed zone last night. #Rapids96
Nick Mohammed looks back: ‘Magic became the superpower I needed, growing up a short, brown kid in 1980s Leeds’
See the P-I-D-S chant from last year. Why mess with one of the things that worked? Yes, I'm still mad that Mountain Road is no longer played before kickoff even though fans liked it.
That said, if they win playoff games, who cares? *End Rant*
In two home games, Colorado Rapids have added Freed From Desire (Gala) before Rocky Mountain High post game. Was told that was Matt Wells' decision.
Respect that a coach wanting atmosphere for the players. This shouldn't be his decision imo. The club has so few traditions that have stuck.
Colorado Rapids smash LA Galaxy 4-1 after Gabriel Pec red card:
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Day 1 of not cutting my hair until Darren Yapi wears sunglasses for five press conferences in a row
Matt Wells confirms the wife and dog have arrived safe in Denver. "I have not seen my dog in two months." “Feels complete. That’s our whole family.”
Daisy Wells (miniature golden doodle, age ~3) better be at Bark At The Park on May 23.
LA Galaxy at Colorado Rapids Preview with News Across the Galaxy:
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Rapids Galaxy Preview: Two MLS Originals Look to Stay Hot
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The suites, Summit Club, some other club functioning stuff that isn’t accessible to fans or media, that conference room, a mini team store.
Patreon Exclusive: Postgame interview with Cole Bassett
Here is the full audio from the media scrum with Bassett after his return to DSGP. Unedited. Cole was honest, introspective, and thoughtful, as always.
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Press box is not on the suite level. We’re a level above. Don’t have line of site on how well those sell. But as you’ve said, they’re likely not sold out in terms of butts in seats/suites.
DSGP has on outdoor press box. It’s great most of the year. For 4th of July or a summer kickoff, it’s brilliant. Rough in the winter. I’ve worked on icy marble table slab for Snow Clasicos. It has its pros and cons. Will be less fun with the calendar change.
Roster flexibility, two open U22 slots that need to get filled in 24 days, and quick decision on Alexis Manyoma. These thoughts and more on the Colorado Rapids roster breakdown:
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Colorado Rapids Player Ratings vs Portland Timbers:
- Herrington and Hamzat shine again
- Alex Harris has moments in first start
- Wells, subs and more
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What do you mean by closed press box?
Colorado Rapids Beat Portland Timbers 2-0:
- Ojediran scores, bosses midfield
- Lucas Herrington composed and relaxed
- Cole Bassett opens up about trade and playing his former team
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Phil Neville after the defeat #RCTID
“Our best players didn't put the ball in the back of the net, which is what we pay them to do”
“Jimer Fory, unacceptable. That’s a pattern, that’s not the first time. You’ve got to start learning.”
"I like Gage, I think he's doing great. The goals will come."
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Season XI in the press box. No One Good Covers The Rapids.
1' Kickoff! It's the Colorado Rapids home opener. Cole Bassett returns with Portland Timbers. This is @bymattpollard.bsky.social. Enjoy the weather!
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Plenty of Denver Summit Evergreen will be represented at the SheBelieves Cup:
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Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers Preview: Improving on the performance in Seattle and Cole Bassett's Homecoming
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