Nick Sprague
@nickspraguefutbol.bsky.social
Chairman @ love.futbol ( https://www.lovefutbol.org ) #SportforDevelopment
Partner @ Tropion Sports Partners ( https://tropion.com ) #SportsInvesting
VP @ Orreco ( https://www.orreco.com ) #SportsPerformance
Lover of the Beautiful Game & the Americas
Partner @ Tropion Sports Partners ( https://tropion.com ) #SportsInvesting
VP @ Orreco ( https://www.orreco.com ) #SportsPerformance
Lover of the Beautiful Game & the Americas
King George III gets his vengeance.
BREAKING: ICE has been tracking the names of protesters in an internal database for several months, per Reuters
February 10, 2026 at 7:10 PM
King George III gets his vengeance.
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The value of the average MLS franchise is up 6% from last year 📈
February 10, 2026 at 7:07 PM
The value of the average MLS franchise is up 6% from last year 📈
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February 10, 1993: Reggie Miller is ejected after a fight with Michael Jordan.
Miller was later fined $6,000. Jordan remained in the game, but was later fined $10,000 and suspended for one game after replays showed he'd hit Miller in the throat with an elbow and thrown a punch.
Miller was later fined $6,000. Jordan remained in the game, but was later fined $10,000 and suspended for one game after replays showed he'd hit Miller in the throat with an elbow and thrown a punch.
February 10, 2026 at 2:48 PM
February 10, 1993: Reggie Miller is ejected after a fight with Michael Jordan.
Miller was later fined $6,000. Jordan remained in the game, but was later fined $10,000 and suspended for one game after replays showed he'd hit Miller in the throat with an elbow and thrown a punch.
Miller was later fined $6,000. Jordan remained in the game, but was later fined $10,000 and suspended for one game after replays showed he'd hit Miller in the throat with an elbow and thrown a punch.
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Very interesting numbers-crunching by Chris here, highlighting markedly different recruitment strategies from PL clubs.
Everyone talks about the size of a club's transfer expenditure - but how often do we compare what it was spent on?
For @theathleticfc.bsky.social, I've had a look at 2025-26 Premier League teams' spending by age, and what it tells us about those teams:
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗: www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
For @theathleticfc.bsky.social, I've had a look at 2025-26 Premier League teams' spending by age, and what it tells us about those teams:
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗: www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
February 9, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Very interesting numbers-crunching by Chris here, highlighting markedly different recruitment strategies from PL clubs.
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Vancouver Southsiders Statement on BC Place deal, possible team relocation
February 9, 2026 at 1:37 PM
Vancouver Southsiders Statement on BC Place deal, possible team relocation
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WOMEN'S SOCCER REFERENCE
Mike Tirico: "SEATTLE REIGNS ABOVE THEM ALL IN THE NFL! THE SEAHAWKS, SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS FOR THE SECOND TIME!"🏈🏆🎙️ #SuperBowlLX #NFL #NBC
February 9, 2026 at 3:40 AM
WOMEN'S SOCCER REFERENCE
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Happy Black History Month ❤️
February 8, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Happy Black History Month ❤️
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Children today will never know the thrill of the Bud Bowl. I swear there were years I cared about the outcome more than that of the actual Super Bowl.
February 8, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Children today will never know the thrill of the Bud Bowl. I swear there were years I cared about the outcome more than that of the actual Super Bowl.
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February 8, 1992: Cedric Ceballos of the Phoenix Suns records the only 50-point dunk of the 1990s during the Gatorade Slam Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star Weekend in Orlando.
Ceballos defeated Larry Johnson of the Charlotte Hornets in the finals.
Ceballos defeated Larry Johnson of the Charlotte Hornets in the finals.
February 8, 2026 at 7:42 PM
February 8, 1992: Cedric Ceballos of the Phoenix Suns records the only 50-point dunk of the 1990s during the Gatorade Slam Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star Weekend in Orlando.
Ceballos defeated Larry Johnson of the Charlotte Hornets in the finals.
Ceballos defeated Larry Johnson of the Charlotte Hornets in the finals.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:06 PM
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Six fishermen who cast a line in the frozen Saguenay River in the Canadian province of Quebec worked for more than two hours to reel in an Atlantic halibut that broke local records. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/w...
February 8, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Six fishermen who cast a line in the frozen Saguenay River in the Canadian province of Quebec worked for more than two hours to reel in an Atlantic halibut that broke local records. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/w...
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Here's the story on Atlanta United prevailing in its battle with Botofogo on the Thiago Almada transfer. #ATLUTD
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
February 7, 2026 at 1:32 AM
Here's the story on Atlanta United prevailing in its battle with Botofogo on the Thiago Almada transfer. #ATLUTD
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
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James Rodriguez is finalising a deal to sign with Minnesota United.
Talks between the MLS side and the player first emerged on Tuesday.
Rodriguez is set to join the club on a non-designated-player deal.
More from @tombogert.bsky.social & @felipecardenas.bsky.social
Talks between the MLS side and the player first emerged on Tuesday.
Rodriguez is set to join the club on a non-designated-player deal.
More from @tombogert.bsky.social & @felipecardenas.bsky.social
James Rodríguez, Minnesota United finalizing deal to bring Colombian star to MLS: Sources
The Colombian superstar appears headed to an unexpected landing spot as he aims to return to form before the World Cup
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 5:55 PM
James Rodriguez is finalising a deal to sign with Minnesota United.
Talks between the MLS side and the player first emerged on Tuesday.
Rodriguez is set to join the club on a non-designated-player deal.
More from @tombogert.bsky.social & @felipecardenas.bsky.social
Talks between the MLS side and the player first emerged on Tuesday.
Rodriguez is set to join the club on a non-designated-player deal.
More from @tombogert.bsky.social & @felipecardenas.bsky.social
Nothing but facts from smartest man in the biz, @markjonesespn.bsky.social here:
The last 7 minutes of the 4th quarter between Minnesota at Toronto last night.
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
Anthony Edwards WITH ANOTHER 30-POINT PERFORMANCE In Win Over Raptors | 02.04.26
YouTube video by Minnesota Timberwolves
youtu.be
February 6, 2026 at 3:03 AM
Nothing but facts from smartest man in the biz, @markjonesespn.bsky.social here:
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The last 7 minutes of the 4th quarter between Minnesota at Toronto last night.
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
Anthony Edwards WITH ANOTHER 30-POINT PERFORMANCE In Win Over Raptors | 02.04.26
YouTube video by Minnesota Timberwolves
youtu.be
February 6, 2026 at 1:27 AM
The last 7 minutes of the 4th quarter between Minnesota at Toronto last night.
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
Screams..
Anthony Edwards is the best player in the NBA..“best” means you can’t be “invisible” on defense
Double digit scoring in the 4th..multiple steals,blocks. Tour de Force at BOTH ends.
youtu.be/rnlAvpgoQiE?...
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“MAGA-style leaders may say that our country can’t handle taking in so many migrants, that this is a suicidal move — the desperate act of a collapsing country,” writes Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain. “But don’t let them fool you. Spain is booming.”
“MAGA-style leaders may say that our country can’t handle taking in so many migrants, that this is a suicidal move — the desperate act of a collapsing country,” writes Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain. “But don’t let them fool you. Spain is booming.”
Opinion | I’m the Prime Minister of Spain. This Is Why the West Needs Migrants.
In Spain, it is our duty to become the welcoming and tolerant society our ancestors would have hoped to find on the other side of our borders.
nyti.ms
February 5, 2026 at 4:40 AM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“MAGA-style leaders may say that our country can’t handle taking in so many migrants, that this is a suicidal move — the desperate act of a collapsing country,” writes Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain. “But don’t let them fool you. Spain is booming.”
“MAGA-style leaders may say that our country can’t handle taking in so many migrants, that this is a suicidal move — the desperate act of a collapsing country,” writes Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain. “But don’t let them fool you. Spain is booming.”
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Wow! What sounded like the entire AEW Dynamite audience in Las Vegas tonight chanted "Fuck ICE! Fuck ICE!" in unison before the main event
February 5, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Wow! What sounded like the entire AEW Dynamite audience in Las Vegas tonight chanted "Fuck ICE! Fuck ICE!" in unison before the main event
Washington Post coverage of #MLS in the early years of the league was essential to building the value of the league and sport in the U.S. Its elite coverage matched the quality of the product on the field from its local market team. It’s hard times for fans today that remember the greatness of both
NEW: A eulogy for The Post's sports department, which transformed the press box forever and created some of the best sportswriters in America
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
Washington Post Sports Department Was Among Last of Its Kind
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:19 AM
Washington Post coverage of #MLS in the early years of the league was essential to building the value of the league and sport in the U.S. Its elite coverage matched the quality of the product on the field from its local market team. It’s hard times for fans today that remember the greatness of both
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NEW: A eulogy for The Post's sports department, which transformed the press box forever and created some of the best sportswriters in America
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
Washington Post Sports Department Was Among Last of Its Kind
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:41 PM
NEW: A eulogy for The Post's sports department, which transformed the press box forever and created some of the best sportswriters in America
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
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Charlotte has won 7 in a row.
Are we finally ready to talk Charles Lee’s genius ?
I’ve been waiting..look at the Hornets offensive rating over the last month. 🔥🔥
Charles Lee is doing an exceptional job of coaching his team now that they are healthy.Kemba Walker was a great addition to the staff
Are we finally ready to talk Charles Lee’s genius ?
I’ve been waiting..look at the Hornets offensive rating over the last month. 🔥🔥
Charles Lee is doing an exceptional job of coaching his team now that they are healthy.Kemba Walker was a great addition to the staff
February 3, 2026 at 3:17 AM
Charlotte has won 7 in a row.
Are we finally ready to talk Charles Lee’s genius ?
I’ve been waiting..look at the Hornets offensive rating over the last month. 🔥🔥
Charles Lee is doing an exceptional job of coaching his team now that they are healthy.Kemba Walker was a great addition to the staff
Are we finally ready to talk Charles Lee’s genius ?
I’ve been waiting..look at the Hornets offensive rating over the last month. 🔥🔥
Charles Lee is doing an exceptional job of coaching his team now that they are healthy.Kemba Walker was a great addition to the staff
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Olympic soccer is played in stadiums around the country before culminating in the host city.
MLS/NWSL venues announced for 2028 LA Games, in addition to the Rose Bowl:
Columbus
Nashville
New York (new MLS stadium)
San Diego
St. Louis
San Jose
MLS/NWSL venues announced for 2028 LA Games, in addition to the Rose Bowl:
Columbus
Nashville
New York (new MLS stadium)
San Diego
St. Louis
San Jose
February 3, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Olympic soccer is played in stadiums around the country before culminating in the host city.
MLS/NWSL venues announced for 2028 LA Games, in addition to the Rose Bowl:
Columbus
Nashville
New York (new MLS stadium)
San Diego
St. Louis
San Jose
MLS/NWSL venues announced for 2028 LA Games, in addition to the Rose Bowl:
Columbus
Nashville
New York (new MLS stadium)
San Diego
St. Louis
San Jose
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There are now nine games on the NFL international docket for the 2026 season, as hours after news of forthcoming games in Spain and France, the league also disclosed a multiyear deal to play again in Mexico. frontofficesports.com/nfl-returnin...
NFL Returning to Mexico City in 2026, Commits to 3-Year Run
The NFL’s record-setting international plans for 2026 took yet another historic step forward with a planned return to Mexico.
frontofficesports.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:26 AM
There are now nine games on the NFL international docket for the 2026 season, as hours after news of forthcoming games in Spain and France, the league also disclosed a multiyear deal to play again in Mexico. frontofficesports.com/nfl-returnin...
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Happy Black History Month.
Did you know(probably not because they don’t teach you this in school)
That a Black man,Frederick Jones invented the first air conditioning unit in 1949 !✊🏽🙏🏽
Did you know(probably not because they don’t teach you this in school)
That a Black man,Frederick Jones invented the first air conditioning unit in 1949 !✊🏽🙏🏽
February 1, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Happy Black History Month.
Did you know(probably not because they don’t teach you this in school)
That a Black man,Frederick Jones invented the first air conditioning unit in 1949 !✊🏽🙏🏽
Did you know(probably not because they don’t teach you this in school)
That a Black man,Frederick Jones invented the first air conditioning unit in 1949 !✊🏽🙏🏽