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Nashville SC announced its postseason roster decisions, and captain Dax McCarty is moving on. Wes and Tim say farewell to the midfield stalwart and analyze every roster move. Was Dax's departure a surprise? How badly will Nashville miss Fafa Picault? What can the club expect from reported signing Dru Yearwood? Why so much turnover in Huntsville? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-dep...

There's a chill in the air, as #HotTimWinter is nearly upon us. On this mailbag episode, Tim and Wes answer questions about the club's roster moves (and announcement thereof), continental aspirations and ideal additions from within the league. Why does Nashville SC wait so long to announce its roster moves? Breaking down the offseason calendar Wes and Tim's free agent wish list A look at the confe...

Nashville SC's fourth MLS season came to a close last week with a 1-0 loss to Orlando City. Tim and Wes recap the loss, and the season, then look ahead to what's next for the club. What went wrong against Orlando? Who deserves the blame for what went wrong this season? What changes need to take place? Will year five be the most challenging yet for this club? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Ros...

What went wrong in Orlando, and what can Nashville SC do to fix it? Wes and Tim answer key questions following the Boys in Gold's 1-0 setback in Orlando. The biggest reasons for the defeat Where are fans overreacting? What are legitimate concerns about this team and its path forward? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

Orlando City radio play-by-play announcer Evan Weston joins the show to preview Nashville SC's playoff showdown with the Lions. What has made Orlando so good down the home stretch? Why is there bad blood between these teams? What can we learn from these teams' previous matches against each other? Keys to success for both clubs Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the...

In the wake of a Decision Day loss, Wes and Tim endeavor to figure out what happened in a regular season that saw Nashville SC regress from its previous two years. Then, they analyze NSC's playoff matchup with surging Orlando City. What happened on Decision Day, and why does it keep happening? Three things you might not know about Orlando City After a 34-game sample size, what do we know about Nas...

Nashville SC can play its way as high as fifth place on Decision Day, but to get there it must beat a Red Bulls team it has never defeated. Wes and Tim preview the final regular-season match, discuss the importance of the attack's resurgence against New England and recap the US Men's National Team's convincing win at GEODIS Park. New England was Nashville's most impressive win since...? Who does N...

Nashville SC's season reaches its culmination at a rough time for the Boys in Gold, who are scoreless in their last 320 minutes. On this week's show, Wes and Tim raise the three questions that will define NSC's success as they seek to close the season on a high note. Three questions that will define Nashville SC's success Three words that summarize the seasons of every Eastern Conference contender...

Wes and Tim check in with you after a brutal home loss against Orlando. What ails Nashville SC, and what can be done about it? Is this the low point of the season? What can be done to kickstart the attack Dissecting another officiating controversy How deep does NSC need to go in the playoffs for the season to still be considered a success? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth cov...

Former Nashville SC TV voice and current Apple TV MLS commentator Tony Husband joins the show to discuss life covering the league. Then, Wes and Tim prepare for NSC's five-game stretch run and handicap the likelihood the Boys in Gold can move up the standings. How does covering MLS at the national level differ from covering a single club? Tony's favorite MLS managers to work with Which players sta...

Nashville SC is ready for a massive match week that includes trips to Sporting KC and San Jose. Wes and Tim preview the contests and assess the stakes for the Boys in Gold. Has NSC passed SKC in the league's current hierarchy? Revisiting the series history Breaking down Sporting KC's most dangerous players A glance at San Jose -- including the most annoying player NSC fans would love if he were th...

Nashville SC sits in seventh place with seven matches left. What will happen in the stretch run? Wes and Tim unveil their prop bets for the season's conclusion. How to explain the difference between Leagues Cup and MLS form? Breaking down the rest of the schedule Total points O/U Hany and Surridge goals O/U Final position Top three in each conference Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For i...

Nashville SC fell hard in Atlanta Saturday; the 4-0 defeat was the most lopsided setback in club history. Now, a rematch with Messi awaits Wednesday before the Boys in Gold host Charlotte this weekend. Is this the most important week of the season so far? What happened against Atlanta? Integrating Sam Surridge into the attack Explaining Hany's dip in league form Club & Country is sponsored by M.L....

After a brutal PK loss to Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup final, Nashville SC returns to MLS action Saturday in Atlanta. What did Nashville SC learn about itself in Leagues Cup? How did the Boys in Gold handle Messi compared to other Miami opponents? Who was NSC's Leagues Cup MVP? Previewing the Atlanta match Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit...

What can Nashville SC expect in its showdown with Leo Messi Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup final? Miami Herald sportswriter Michelle Kaufman drops by for an in-depth preview of both clubs' first trophy match. Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

Nashville SC punched its ticket to the Leagues Cup final with a 2-0 win over Mexican powerhouse Monterrey. Now, Leonel Messi and Miami travel to GEODIS Park to battle the Boys in Gold, with the winner earning the first trophy for their club. Recapping how NSC got here How impressive was that win over Monterrey? Gary Smith expounds on the win Listener feelings Dax McCarty's resurrection How does Na...

Nashville SC is in the Leagues Cup semifinals after two riveting, but drastically different, wins over America and Minnesota United. What did we learn from the wins, and what does NSC need to do against Monterrey to secure a Champions Cup spot and advance to the finals? Assessing Sam Surridge's first 72 minutes (and two goals) Was America the most important or exciting win in club history? A thoro...

Nashville officially has a new number nine, and the Boys in Gold are through to the Leagues Cup knockout round. Does NSC have to beat Cincy to consider Leagues Cup a success? How does Sam Surridge fit what the Boys in Gold want up top? Mike Jacobs and Surridge weigh in on how the striker will complement Hany Toluca recap and Cincy preview Building the ideal Gary Smith central mid Club & Country is...

Jacob Shaffelburg and Hany Mukhtar elevated Nashville SC to a 2-1 win over Colorado in the Leagues Cup opener. How vital was the win, and what can it do for the Boys in Gold moving forward? A season high in one attacking stat Was this the most important win of the year? Updates on transfers and Randall Leal's health Wes and Tim's favorite Leagues Cup moments so far Club & Country is sponsored by M...

After a stretch of five losses in six matches, the Boys in Gold are looking for answers. Wes and Tim dive into the myriad issues surrounding this team -- discipline, poor finishing, a challenging schedule and difficult refereeing decisions -- to find answers as Nashville SC enters League Cup play. What are the biggest reasons for NSC's current struggles? Should the Boys in Gold prioritize Leagues...

Nashville SC lost its third straight road match for the first time in club history. Now, the Boys in Gold turn their eyes to a massive match week: Philadelphia at home, Cincinnati on the road. Was Chicago the right time to sit Hany? How can we explain the difference between NSC at home and on the road? Previewing Cincy and Philly Should there at least be a little smoke around a new DP No. 9? The b...

Randall Leal's brace ended a two-game losing streak and elevated Nashville SC back into second place in the Eastern Conference. Wes and Tim analyze the club's record-setting home form, evaluate how the front three worked together and dissect the meaning -- and usefulness -- of the MLS All-Star Game. How valuable is Leal's return to form? The numbers behind NSC's home dominance Gary Smith sounds of...

On a bonus episode of the show, Cheyenne Foster -- @btwncleansheets on Instagram and Twitter -- drops by to preview Nashville SC's date with her team, DC United. Is DC a playoff team or is its current place in the table unsustainable? Is Wayne Rooney a long-term solution for DC? Why in the world did Rooney choose Tyler Miller for the All-Star Game over Joe Willis? What's the key to victory for Uni...

Nashville SC dropped two matches last week, their second scoreless losing streak in club history (and this season). What did we learn, and are there any long-term concerns? Nashville tries to avoid negative history this weekend What do the Boys in Gold need most from a potential new No. 9? Assessing the transfer market as the window approaches Gold Cupdates Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose...

The Boys in Gold gave St. Louis the blues in the clubs' debut meeting, thanks to another Hany Mukhtar hat trick. Now, how will Nashville cope as the Gold Cup tests its depth? Was that Nashville's best home performance so far? How is Hany eclipsing his '22 MVP form? A member of the back line earns his first league start Why are some pundits low on NSC's international signing capabilities? Mike Jaco...