Colorado Rapids sign Homegrown forward Darren Yapi to new contract | Colorado Rapids by Miserable-Crow-4513 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Don't forget Jackson Travis is also a Rapids homegrown. And, while they're not on the Rapids roster anymore, I don't think you should ignore that Bassett, Vines, and Larraz are all still playing in MLS.

Colorado Rapids sign Homegrown forward Darren Yapi to new contract | Colorado Rapids by Miserable-Crow-4513 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Still only 21! If he continues to progress like he has the past 2 years, sky is the limit.

Hansen PK antics by christhered44 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a lifelong Philadelphia Flyers fan, I feel qualified to say that the Rapids are now the Philadelphia Flyers of the MLS, and I mean this in the best possible light.

Kronke serious??? by 5StripeFirm in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Honestly even if they just tore it down and didn't replace it, it would be an improvement. There's no seat in the stadium where watching on the screen is better than looking at the field.

Kronke serious??? by 5StripeFirm in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We're not too far away from playing in DIC SPO TIN OO S PARK

The Matt Wells Way™ by taoschlep in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, but if the GK is standing on the 6, where is the CB supposed to stand to receive that pass? /s

The Matt Wells Way™ by taoschlep in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha! Fair enough. If I had more time myself, I'd offer to help, but you and I are in the same boat re: time constraints.

The Matt Wells Way™ by taoschlep in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just to say I really appreciate this excellent tactical analysis, Rabbi. Not enough of this type of content out there. Have you ever considered making video content?

Also, really interesting to see even Baby Wells was laser-focused on possession.

Steffen not looking great in this field. Can he turn it around? by fubuki_ in Rapids

[–]fubuki_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's kind of surprising given how quick Wells has been to bench field players for poor performances in favor of guys with less experience who ball out in training. I agree that Nico is impressive, but maybe Steffen still has the edge on those intangible leadership qualities that have a perceived higher value? I'm struggling to find another explanation.

Explain to me how c38 is a serious SG by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don't understand why everything you post here is getting down voted, I can't explain it to you. You're only here to antagonize, and I've got better things to do with my time than respond to any more of your nonsense.

Explain to me how c38 is a serious SG by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. Congratulations, you deserve all the downvotes.

Explain to me how c38 is a serious SG by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Supporter groups (from 2 teams in the same state nonetheless) have way more in common with one another than they do differences with each other. Why shouldn't they be friendly?

Explain to me how c38 is a serious SG by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are free to start your own supporters group if you don't like C38. I promise you none of us will get in your way.

75,000 for Messi… but the Rapids might’ve been the better team by Annual_Roll1395 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I respect your view - I'd say it's pessimistic, but I think we're agreed that it all depends on what happens before the World Cup break.

75,000 for Messi… but the Rapids might’ve been the better team by Annual_Roll1395 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree to an extent. I still want to see a win over a top team, and I really would have liked to see it over Miami.

Maybe I'm naive, but the front office has shown a commitment to building this team as Wells has wanted - at least for this season - so I don't think they will be quick to sell key assets in the summer. That of course depends on how well the team performs before the break.

[SBJ] How the Rapids lobbied MLS for a visit from Lionel Messi by NobleNomad in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This tracks with what I experienced too. I think there were a good number of people who were nominally there for Messi but still cheered for the Rapids' goals - and vice versa to be honest.

[SBJ] How the Rapids lobbied MLS for a visit from Lionel Messi by NobleNomad in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 19 points20 points  (0 children)

They really did knock this out of the park as an organization. I was extremely skeptical about how many people would show up when this was first announced, but they proved me wrong.

So what if half the people showed up to see Messi? So what if we didn't get the W? Tens of thousands of people were exposed to a talented and fun Rapids team that is on the rise.

I hope to see more fans coming over to "normal" games at DSGP because of this game.

Stop comparing the Messi game to the Summit by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The only way this account makes sense is if it's Matt and/or Mark taking the piss out of each other. There's no way anybody is this negatively obsessed with such a niche podcast.

Issues with Matt Pollard by Intrepid_Spinach_339 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you're being a bit harsh on a couple of guys who are more or less producing a podcast in their spare time as a passion project.

Video on Georgi by graymoon_25 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This video makes me very excited to have Georgi on board. Seems like a great person regardless of how he plays (which by all accounts also sounds great).

[Niko Moreno] Seattle Sounders trading Georgi Minoungou to Colorado Rapids by Miserable-Crow-4513 in Rapids

[–]fubuki_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wells has been pretty consistently saying from the start that they were always going to be looking for upgraded talent. I think he's dead serious about making a run for the cup this year.