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Lion Links: 1/21/23
Orlando City learns Leagues Cup opponents, Lions’ draft pick Luis Grassow retires, El Pulpo is back in town, and more.
The State of The Mane Land
Changes aren’t permanent but change is.
Why Orlando City Should Sign Kei Kamara
Noted Lions villain Kei Kamara could be the perfect veteran backup striker to spell Ercan Kara.
Orlando City Second-Round Pick Luis Grassow Retires
The University of Kentucky center back has retired for personal reasons.
Lion Links: 1/20/23
Anton Walkes passes away, Orlando Pride sign Brazilian forward Adriana, Orlando City players called up, and more.
Orlando Pride Sign Brazilian International Forward Adriana
Orlando finally parts with some of its mountain of Allocation Money.
Orlando City in the Multiverse of Madness
In other parts of the multiverse, where might Orlando City players find themselves on the pitch?
Lion Links: 1/19/23
Jake Mulraney heads to Ireland, Darian Jenkins retires, USMNT roster announced, and much more.
Orlando Pride Forward Darian Jenkins Retires
The 28-year-old forward calls it a career.
Jake Mulraney Transfers to Irish Club St. Patrick’s Athletic
Mulraney returns home after a brief and unproductive stint with the Lions.
PawedCast 322: Seb Hines Interview, Preseason, and More
Pride Head Coach Seb Hines joined us to break down the team’s draft and what lies ahead for the team.
Lion Links: 1/18/23
Pride earn another good draft grade, USWNT wins, Musah named U.S. Young Male Player of the Year, and more.
Lion Links: 1/17/23
Orlando Pride re-sign two players, Chicago Fire’s Jhon Duran bound for Aston Villa, previewing USWNT vs. New Zealand, and more.
Orlando Pride Sign Midfielder Jordyn Listro to One-Year Deal
The Pride bring the midfielder back for her second season with the club.
Future Moves Will Determine Success of Pride’s 2023 Draft
Despite trading the second overall pick, the Pride had an impressive draft. But the future will tell how good it was.
Orlando Pride Re-Sign Defender Celia through 2024
The Spanish fullback inked a new deal to stay in the City Beautiful for the next two seasons.
Lion Links: 1/16/23
Lions wrap up first week of preseason, predicting Orlando’s jersey, the USWNT prepares for New Zealand, and more.
A Familiar Face Could Fit Orlando City’s Attack
There’s a case to be made for bringing back Dom Dwyer if the price is right.
Lion Links: 1/14/23
Orlando City linked with Colombian defensive midfielder, Orlando Pride draft grades, Tyler Adams named U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year, and more.
Three Right Backs Orlando Could Sign for Different Reasons
Here are three right backs that could help Orlando City in 2023 in different ways.
Lion Links: 1/13/23
Orlando Pride select Emily Madril in NWSL Draft, Meggie Dougherty Howards signs with San Diego Wave FC, Orlando City is staying hungry in 2023, and more.
Pride Pick Summer Yates at No. 39, Kristen Scott at No. 41
The Pride wrap up their 2023 picks by grabbing a couple of attacking players in the final round.
Pride Select North Carolina Defender Tori Hansen at No. 25
The Pride take their second center back in the draft in the third round.
Orlando Pride Select TCU Forward Messiah Bright at No. 21
The Pride opt for attacking help in the second round of the draft.
Pride Select Florida State Defender Emily Madril at No. 3
The Pride drafted former Florida State center back Emily Madril with their first pick of the 2023 NWSL Draft.