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New York City FC will aim to build on one of their most convincing wins of the season when they host a red-hot Chicago Fire side on Saturday. With both clubs riding recent highs, this Eastern Conference clash could offer a telling glimpse into which team is truly ready to surge into summer. After a frustrating stretch, NYCFC (6-5-3, 21 points) delivered in a big way last weekend with a 2-0 win over rivals New York Red Bulls. Alonso Martinez struck early with his seventh goal of the season, and Maxi Moralez added a second shortly after halftime to seal the club’s most emphatic win under head coach Pascal Jansen. Despite that strong performance, NYCFC has struggled to maintain rhythm

What a difference a season makes. The San Jose Earthquakes, once buried at the bottom of the Western Conference, now find themselves on the rise. On Saturday night, they’ll host the Houston Dynamo with a chance to match their entire point total from the 2024 campaign — and they’ve done it in less than half the time. San Jose (5-6-3, 18 points) has been a revelation under first-year head coach Bruce Arena. The Earthquakes have gone unbeaten in their last six matches (4-0-2), including a gritty 1-0 win over the Portland Timbers on Tuesday in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16. It’s a stunning turnaround from last year’s dismal 6-25-3 finish, which included a -37 goal differential. Now, the

Vancouver Whitecaps will look to continue their impressive form as they face Real Salt Lake on Saturday night in Sandy, Utah. The Whitecaps are currently on a 13-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, showcasing their dominance in the league this season. Under the guidance of head coach Jesper Sørensen, Vancouver has emerged as a formidable force in the MLS Western Conference. Their disciplined 4-3-3 formation and high possession rates have contributed to their success, allowing the fewest shots per game in the league. This tactical approach has enabled them to thrive even amidst key injuries and player departures. However, the team has recently experienced a slight dip in momentum, settling for three consecutive draws in all competitions. Their last match

The ongoing series between the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles has turned into a lesson in patience and perseverance, thanks largely to uncooperative weather. Originally set for a Thursday opener, the teams attempted a day-night doubleheader on Friday after a rainout, only to have the evening game postponed again. Now, both teams aim to get back on the field Saturday at Fenway Park. Before the rain cut Friday short, Boston lit up the scoreboard in dramatic fashion with a 19-5 victory. The Red Sox piled up 20 hits, scoring 13 runs in a single inning, and rotated through their lineup twice in that eighth-inning onslaught. One of the key figures, third baseman Alex Bregman, left the game early due