Episode 640: Red Bulls Stumble out of the Preseason Gate

he roster moves are coming fast and furious as we're less than three weeks away from the start of the 2026 season! Inside this episode: -The Red Bulls find their third DP: Who is Jorge Ruvalcaba? (00:00) -Eile Out as New York sells their promising centerback (11:26) -What does the defense look like? (16:10) -New York wins in the preseason before heading to Texas (22:16) -Our guest is Joe Pantorno of AM New York (30:12) -Our first-ever Keepers Mailbag (45:32)

The Red Bulls kick off the preseason on a down note, losing to USL-1 side Sarasota Paradise. Also, New York about to sign another keeper? The club names its assistant coaches, and New York Post sportswriter Christian Arnold joins as guest. Dan Rebain and Mike Battista co-host.   Inside this episode: Ethan Horvath Incoming! (0:00) Coaching Staff Named (9:30) RBNY Loses Preseason Opener (13:15) Interview with Christian Arnold (21:50) Email Bag (41:55)  

We kick off our 17th season by digging into the newly introduced head coach of the Red Bulls: USMNT legend Michael Bradley. In this episode, Mark, Mike Battista, and Daniel Rebain cover: Bradley's Intro Presser (00:00) The upcoming preseason schedule (13:43) A look at offseason transactions (18:38) A roster upate (28:16) We chat with Matt Doyle of MLSSoccer.com (37:06) Your emails (53:20) Like & Subscribe!

The Red Bulls elevate Michael Bradley to Head Coach, setting the first team off on a new direction for 2026. Head of Sport Julian de Guzman is building his new roster, sending away fan favorites and bringing in new blood. It's a Hot Stove version of Seeing Red, with Mark Fishkin and Mike Battista Inside this episode: -Michael Bradley -Departures -Arrivals, including a draft pick! -A chat with David Gass of SoccerWise -Your Email

Mark, Dan, and Mike break down an epic night in Harrison as New York Red Bulls II come back from a two-goal halftime deficit and one down late to win the MLS Next Pro Cup in a penalty shootout.

Red Bulls II comes from behind on a Roald Mitchell brace to win the MLS Next Pro Eastern Conference title. New York will host MLS Next Pro Cup this Saturday vs. Colorado! We talk with Mitchell and preview the Championship. Daniel Rebain is this week's co-host.

Massive changes in the RBNY Front Office as Julian de Guzman is elevated to Head of Sport, and a Head Coaching search begins. Mike Battista joins. Also: -Red Bulls II in the Eastern Conference Finals -RBNY Fan Poll Results -Your Emails

Mark, Mike Battista and Daniel Rebain deliver full-year grades on every New York Red Bulls player that saw at least 500 minutes of action in 2025. Also: RBNYII makes the Conference Semis, Your Emails

New York plays out the string at Columbus on Decision Day. Inside this Episode: -AI Game Recaps are Bad -RB2 in the MLS Next Pro Playoffs -Columbus Away Preview -Your Emails

The Red Bulls' 2025 home finale was a microcosm of the team's season… allowing a wondergoal by FC Cincinnati's Kevin Denkey, taking 16 shots and putting two on target, and losing 1-nil. New York has a week off during another international break before finishing the season at Columbus. Joining me is Mike Battista!   Inside this episode: - A brief look back at the "Fan Day" loss - A Bull of the Week? - Red Bulls called up for international play - Offseason rumor mill gets going - A chat with Brian Sciaretta of American Soccer Now & Soccer America - An Expanded Mailbag