BTS, Canadian Premier League, MLS, Podcast, Whitecaps

The Third Sub Episode 21: The ‘Caps Orlando question and a look inside MLS’s bubble (Feat: J.J. Adams)

Welcome back to the latest episode of the Third Sub! For this 21st episode, Alex and Sam are joined by J.J. Adams of Postmedia, who stopped by the podcast to chat some Whitecaps and MLS. To kick things off, they take a look at the latest Whitecaps news ahead of the MLS is Back tournament, which is now slated to kick off less than a … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 21: The ‘Caps Orlando question and a look inside MLS’s bubble (Feat: J.J. Adams)

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJuly 3, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Other Soccer Talk, Podcast, Whitecaps

The Third Sub Episode 20: Whitecaps Schedule news, the future of USports and the CPL Draft (Feat: Ben Steiner)

Welcome back to the latest episode of the Third Sub! In this special episode, number 20, Alex and Sam are joined by BTS’s own Ben Steiner, who is also the founder of 49Sport (https://49-sport.com/), a website covering all things USports in Canada, to chat MLS, USports and CPL soccer. So to kick things off, they dive straight into the latest Vancouver Whitecaps news, starting off … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 20: Whitecaps Schedule news, the future of USports and the CPL Draft (Feat: Ben Steiner)

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 26, 2020June 26, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Columns, Interviews, Whitecaps

Cristian Dajome: Colombian winger reflects on signing with the ‘Caps & his adjustment to life in Vancouver

This offseason, the ‘Caps made a splash when they signed Colombian winger Cristian Dajome. Recently, as the ‘Caps inch towards an MLS return, Sebastian Pereira had the chance to interview the newcomer. Here is his exclusive interview. After a busy season, he had a big decision to make. Upon being freshly named a Copa Sudamericana champion with Ecuadorian side Independiente Del Valle, 26-year-old winger Cristian … Continue reading Cristian Dajome: Colombian winger reflects on signing with the ‘Caps & his adjustment to life in Vancouver

sebastianpereira7June 26, 2020June 26, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Columns, Whitecaps

Disney Dreaming: Vancouver Whitecaps looking for balance, results, during MLS return

Despite concerns, in less than 2 weeks, the Whitecaps will likely take the field down in Orlando. Here is how the boss is feeling ahead of that date, which is coming up pretty quickly now. In just under 2 weeks’ time, the Vancouver Whitecaps look to begin their Disney dream. While, much like a typical rollercoaster, there are risks that could put it off, as … Continue reading Disney Dreaming: Vancouver Whitecaps looking for balance, results, during MLS return

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 25, 2020June 25, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Canada Soccer, Podcast, Whitecaps, Women's

The Third Sub Episode 19: Analyzing the departures of Mark Pannes and Kenneth Heiner-Moller (Feat: Harjeet Johal)

Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub! In this special episode, Alex and Sam are back, this time joined by Harjeet Johal, A.K.A Har Journalist, a local Vancouver journalist who covers the Whitecaps, the Canada Women’s national team and more, with bylines in ProSoccerUSA, The Equalizer, Daily Hive and more! To kick things off, they take a look at the departure of CEO … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 19: Analyzing the departures of Mark Pannes and Kenneth Heiner-Moller (Feat: Harjeet Johal)

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 19, 2020June 19, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Columns, Whitecaps

Second ‘Caps Thoughts: The Vancouver Whitecaps have just entered murky waters by throwing away their best paddle

In this edition of Second ‘Caps thoughts, our column about all things Whitecaps and MLS, we take a look at the busy week that was in ‘Caps land, as we break down the departure of Mark Pannes and the Orlando tournament’s draw. Despite a productive middle period, how it ended was quite similar to how it started. Out of the blue this past Tuesday, it … Continue reading Second ‘Caps Thoughts: The Vancouver Whitecaps have just entered murky waters by throwing away their best paddle

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 18, 2020June 18, 20206 Comments

BTS, MLS, Podcast, Whitecaps

The Third Sub Episode 18: Breaking down the MLS’s ‘Return to Play’ tournament

Welcome back to the latest episode of the Third Sub! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, this time to discuss the return of MLS! With the news that the North American soccer circuit is planning to return next month in Orlando, they take a look at the positives and negatives of this ‘Return to Play’ tournament, both from a competitive and health protocol … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 18: Breaking down the MLS’s ‘Return to Play’ tournament

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 12, 2020June 12, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, Columns, MLS, Whitecaps

Comeback Season: MLS is back, and ‘Caps are more than happy to take ‘opportunity’, despite concerns

The Major League of Soccer announced its return-to-play plan on Wednesday, paving the way for a tournament in Orlando next month, making the MLS the first major male sports league to return in North America. Here is a look at what we took away from that announcement, along with how it affects the Vancouver Whitecaps, who have started preparing for this tournament in earnest. After … Continue reading Comeback Season: MLS is back, and ‘Caps are more than happy to take ‘opportunity’, despite concerns

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 11, 2020June 10, 20201 Comment

BTS, Canada Soccer, Columns, Men's

New Road: Analyzing how a 12 team final round could affect CanMNT’s chances in 2022 World Cup qualifying

While COVID-19 has certainly thrown a wrench into things, there’s no doubt that this CONCACAF World Cup qualifying cycle has already been a long and complicated process, with each month seeming to bring a new story. So with the latest news out of the region suggesting that the newest change could be a doubling of the teams in the final round, we look at how … Continue reading New Road: Analyzing how a 12 team final round could affect CanMNT’s chances in 2022 World Cup qualifying

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 10, 2020June 10, 2020Leave a comment

BTS, MLS, Podcast, Whitecaps

The Third Sub Episode 17: MLS is back, CPL not far away, applauding players supporting Black Lives Matter and more

Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to talk about some loaded subjects in both the North American and European soccer scene. First, they take a look at MLS’s return to play strategy, which only materialized after intense negotiations, during which the MLSPA and MLS’s owners butted heads on a myriad … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 17: MLS is back, CPL not far away, applauding players supporting Black Lives Matter and more

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJune 5, 2020June 5, 2020Leave a comment

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