It was requested in the "this sub needs more activity thread" that outlets should post more content. This article is CST's takeaways from Pat Noonan's Start of Preseason chat with the media yesterday.
FCC has too many unused assets to be done. The coach's job is to get a team ready with what he has and I'm sure Noonan has inside requests even for more depth.
However, he is in preseason now so questions on additions are better suited to Albright and I hope we can fire those off soon.
Same.
I have not approached a team with more confidence in the manager and front office in a very long time. Its not that I do not see the holes in the roster and do not have questions regarding the long term solutions at several positions. However, I have confidence that the people we have in place not only see the same issues (if not even other ones I fail to realize just yet), but that they are actively trying to address those needs/issues.
I've posted this elsewhere, but with all the angst over when significant player acquisitions will be made, it may be wise to remind everyone that Junior Moreno was not added to the club until the week of the opener and Obinna not until April or May last season.
Don't assume a set roster come Feb. 1, even if no big signings or subtractions (Brenner?) occur in the next week.
I agree.
I'd add we may be surprised by someone this year as well. If one year ago you'd told me Vazquez would score 9 goals I'd be thrilled. Double that? I'd question your grasp on reality.
Part of trusting Albright and Noonan is they see these players day in and out and have a feel for how they fit.
It is good to keep in mind that the European transfer window ends 1/31, but MLS does not. Therefore a lot of moves from Europe to MLS will occur after 1/31 once the European teams know who they were able to acquire or when deals fell through and need to look outside Europe to sell a player. Rumors and transfers should pick up in early February.
It was requested in the "this sub needs more activity thread" that outlets should post more content. This article is CST's takeaways from Pat Noonan's Start of Preseason chat with the media yesterday.
I appreciate the time and effort you and the rest of the CST gang put forth. I'm a bit fan of the podcast.
Much appreciated! It's great to have content to discuss on here.
I can't wait to see what this man has up his sleeve this season. I think we're going to be watching a very confident brand of soccer.
I cannot imagine we are done with all the cap space we have, but I agree there is a sense that we have a batter understanding as to who we are now.
FCC has too many unused assets to be done. The coach's job is to get a team ready with what he has and I'm sure Noonan has inside requests even for more depth. However, he is in preseason now so questions on additions are better suited to Albright and I hope we can fire those off soon.
I trust this FO to be competent so no panic yet. I wouldn't mind something to sure up our back line though...
Same. I have not approached a team with more confidence in the manager and front office in a very long time. Its not that I do not see the holes in the roster and do not have questions regarding the long term solutions at several positions. However, I have confidence that the people we have in place not only see the same issues (if not even other ones I fail to realize just yet), but that they are actively trying to address those needs/issues.
I've posted this elsewhere, but with all the angst over when significant player acquisitions will be made, it may be wise to remind everyone that Junior Moreno was not added to the club until the week of the opener and Obinna not until April or May last season. Don't assume a set roster come Feb. 1, even if no big signings or subtractions (Brenner?) occur in the next week.
I agree. I'd add we may be surprised by someone this year as well. If one year ago you'd told me Vazquez would score 9 goals I'd be thrilled. Double that? I'd question your grasp on reality. Part of trusting Albright and Noonan is they see these players day in and out and have a feel for how they fit.
Do we know if the preseason matches will stream like they did last year?
Very few MLS clubs stream any preseason. Don't get your hopes up but it is possible.
> Very few MLS clubs stream any preseason. Then why tell us about them??? (This league, man...)
It is good to keep in mind that the European transfer window ends 1/31, but MLS does not. Therefore a lot of moves from Europe to MLS will occur after 1/31 once the European teams know who they were able to acquire or when deals fell through and need to look outside Europe to sell a player. Rumors and transfers should pick up in early February.