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Oliver Strand

Oliver is the executive editor and publisher of Hudson River Blue. A benchwarmer on the 1985 Culver City All-Stars, he grew up supporting the Los Angeles Lazers of the Major Indoor Soccer League.

Brad Sims: Playing the long game

Brad Sims: Playing the long game

In Part 2 of this roundtable conversation with New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims, the executive talks about why big signings are a mistake, Messi isn't, where MLS could expand next, and if the league should stagger game times.

Where's Magno?

Where's Magno?

The 21-year-old Designated Player has been an unused sub since returning from injury at the start of May. We look at why Talles Magno is on the bench — and why nobody seems to mind.

New York City FC's return to form

New York City FC's return to form

The strong results from the team's first 17 games are solid by New York City's historic standards — and when compared to other MLS clubs this year. We get into the numbers, and look at the real tests that lie ahead, when NYCFC play a series of away games on short rest.