After Wednesday’s draw with San Jose, Gary Smith talks in this audio clip about the change of tactics with the loss of Peterson (which was assumed but not confirmed at the time. 2 min 5 sec

Interview with Colorado Rapids Coach Gary Smith

(First question by me, second by Nick Thomas of WeWantRapidMan)

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The results of our survey were clear: respondents felt 43 points were needed for a wildcard spot. This would mean the Rapids need 5 more points from the last 4 games, 3 of which are on the road.

Fans also felt that New England was the most likely bubble team to make it in.

UPDATE: El Capitan Gary Smith said after the San Jose game that the magic number was 42. His vote counts as 4 votes for me, so consider 42 points the victory!

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93 minutes of frustration. One aggressive challenge by Ryan Johnson of San Jose on Drew Moor, who made the most of it and earned a PK that Casey did not waste.

Basics

This was a game full of annoyances. John Harkes saying “Bow-det.” The ball bouncing around on a field full of mini-moguls. Most importantly, a complete lack of service from the midfield to Thunder (Casey) & Lighting (Cummings) up top. Read more…

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A big “thanks” to Conor Casey’s parents for neglecting to have his wisdom teeth removed as a child. His surgery prevented him from practicing with the USMNT (who won nonethless), and it was his header in the 52′ that secured the Rapids an absolutely crucial 3 points. Read more…

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There was a range of opinion on this one, but two-thirds thought: “MLS should focus on developing the beautiful game in America, building a quality league that will keep our USMNT boys at home, similar to what Australia is attempting.”

And the other third thought “MLS should continue on the existing course, with both a National and Global focus.”

Nobody voted for us trying to play with the big boys in Europe and focus on being a Global league.

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