New England Revolution defender Brandon Bye joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming 2021 season, his experience being drafted by the Revs, and what it was like playing in the MLS Is Back Bubble. Also we discuss Brandon's involvement with Black Players for Change and the Aspiras Foundation, a non-profit Brandon co-founded. We also introduce a new segment, Extratime, where we ask Brandon rapid-fire questions and learn a little bit about him. 

It's the most magical time of the year: MLS SuperDraft season! Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis break down the decision to choose forward Edward Kizza over local centerback Josh Bauer, our expectations of Kizza, and where this leaves Justin Rennicks. Also, we talk Arnor Traustason rumors, Buttner leaving the club, Matt Turner's contract extension, and as always your listener questions.

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New England Revolution midfielder Matt Polster joins the podcast to discuss his time with Rangers, joining the Revs, and playing with Bastian Schweinsteiger.

The New England Revolution have kicked off their offseason welcoming three new players and re-signing Tommy McNamara. Sean Donahue, Greg Johnstone, and Kris Valukis give their thoughts on the signings, what is left to do, and Alexander Buttner rumors. Also, we talk about Dom Dwyer rumors and take your listener questions!

The offseason is underway and the Revolution have made their end-of-year decisions. In total, 18 players remain under contract with the Revs, while 7 players had their team options declined and 5 players saw their contract expire. 

The New England Revolution's playoff run came to an end on Sunday in the Eastern Conference Final as they were outplayed in a 1-0 loss to the Columbus Crew.

Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the match, Bruce Arena's tactics and subs, the future for the Revs and your questions.

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1:35 - Arena's tactics

17:16 - Quiet night/missed chances for Bou

20:15 - Adam Buksa's performance

22:57 - Bunbury substitution

24:52 - Farrell's performance

26:35 - McNamara's performance

27:46 - Excited for 2021?

31:10 - Offseason changes

49:33 - Media attention

53:47 - Final thoughts

The New England Revolution continued their march through the playoffs with a 3-1 upset at Orlando City SC driven by strong performances from Tajon Buchanan, Gustavo Bou, Carles Gil and Matt Turner, sending the Revs back to the Eastern Conference Final for the first time since 2014.

Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the match, Buchanan's continued emergence at right back, Bruce Arena's tactics and answer your questions.

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2:12 - Buchanan at right back

5:32 - Arena's lineup/tactics

8:32 - Lack of possession to close out the game

9:59 - Orlando's red card

16:16 - Gustavo Bou

18:40 - Carles Gil

20:42 - Adam Buksa

25:15 - Blame for Orlando goal

28:45 - Any lineup changes for Eastern Conference Final

35:34 - Who would you rather play in the next round?

39:37 - Matt Polster

43:01 - Defense/set pieces

45:53 - Focus at practices this week

47:32 - Bruce Arena masterclass or luck?

53:05 - Matt Turner quoting Brad Friedel

55:06 - Refereeing

58:19 - Short bench

1:03:34 - Bojan

The New England Revolution pull off the first ever #8 seed over #1 seed upset with a 2-0 win over the Philadelphia Union. Goals from Adam Buksa and Tajon Buchanan were enough to see off the Supporters Shield winners and give the Revs their first win over the Union in six games this season. The win sets up a Eastern Conference Semi-Finals matchup against Orlando City. 

The New England Revolution advanced on a thrilling 2-1 win over the Montreal Impact, which was capped by Gustavo Bou's game winning goal in the last minute of stoppage time. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone break down the highs and lows from the game, praise the designated players, and discuss the latest from the Diego Fagundez saga. And, of course, we take your listener questions. 

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It was an unsuccessful Decision Day for the New England Revolution, as the Revs lost 2-0 to the Philadelphia Union and end the season with no wins in five tries against their I-95 rivals. With the loss and other results around the league, the Revs end the season in 8th place in the Eastern Conference.

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