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

This evening, I received the following text from former Crew defender Mike Clark regarding the Columbus Crew officially being saved by the Haslam and Edwards families... Following the press conference from afar today brought such a warm feeling to my heart. The Columbus Crew is truly one big Family and that was the theme that … Continue reading #SavedTheCrew Reaction: Mike Clark