Mark Dougherty was the starting goalkeeper in the first-ever game at MAPFRE Stadium and was the MLS career leader in wins during his Crew career, which ranged from 1998-2001. He was was a #SaveTheCrew advocate, so here's what he had to say on Wednesday night after it was officially announced that the Crew had been … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Mark Dougherty

Former Crew goalkeeper Andy Gruenebaum was no stranger to Columbus fans during the #SaveTheCrew saga. He made a few trips from his native Kansas City back to his professional home in Columbus and always supported the cause. He called the night of the official Haslam/Edwards announcement to share his joy that the Crew had been … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Andy Gruenebaum

One of the many interesting things about the Columbus Crew is that the club has spawned a substantial number of national soccer commentators. That definitely came in handy during the #SaveTheCrew saga. Brian Dunseth was an immediate Columbus advocate. So was Brian McBride. So was Kyle Martino. And so was Alejandro Moreno, who frequently used … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Alejandro Moreno

Kyle Martino was a first-round draft pick of the Columbus Crew in 2002 and promptly won MLS Rookie of the Year and a Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup title. Now he's on-air talent for NBC's coverage of the English Premier League and the initial instigator of the epic Crew Legends Game from this past October. … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Kyle Martino

Windy City native Eric Gehrig is currently an assistant coach for his hometown Chicago Fire. While it may seem weird that a member of the Fire's coaching staff would have so many good things to say about Columbus, it makes total sense in Gehrig's case since he spent five years wearing the black and gold … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Eric Gehrig

Gino Padula was not only the starting left back for the Massive Champions of 2008, but the Argentine has stayed in Columbus after his playing days were finished, helping local kids learn the game through his Sporting Padula Soccer Academy. As a Crew fan just like you or I, he had a lot to say … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Gino Padula

Robert Warzcha is the Crew's all-time leader in assists AND coaching wins. He's also very happy that #SaveTheCrew was an incredible success. We chatted for a few minutes on the night of the big announcement. He regretted that he could not be at the announcement in person, but he was out of town. He appreciated … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Robert Warzycha

2002 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and 2004 Supporters' Shield-winning Crew goalkeeper Jon Busch took a few minutes while in transit at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago to have a quick phone chat about Dr. Pete and the Haslams buying the Crew, thereby completing the #SaveTheCrew mission. On the Crew being saved: I … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Jon Busch

A quick and easy one to add before work....got a short text from Crew 1996er and trophy-winning Crew technical director Brian Bliss before he boarded a plane this morning.... "Great news that it's complete. Big props to all involved, especially Pete Edwards. The city deserves it and so do the fans."  

Next up is everyone's favorite Kiwi. Well, Mel from Flight of the Conchords had two Kiwis she liked more, so everyone is probably a stretch. Anyway, Duncan Oughton was a beloved fixture in Crewville from 2001-2010 and he is as delighted as anyone that the Crew will remain in Columbus for decades to come. Here's … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Duncan Oughton