Will Mike Burns be the change Sporting KC need?

On the newest Shades of Blue, we’re discussing the dismissal of Brian Bliss and hiring of Mike Burns as Sporting Director at Sporting KC. Is the former New England Revolution General Manager – and teammate of Peter Vermes – the sweeping change fans have been asking for?

Daniel Sperry of the KC Star joins the show to help us cover change in technical staff, and a very busy week in the world of soccer. Surprisingly, that includes the return of fun to Children’s Mercy Park after a 2-0 Sporting KC win over Austin FC.

Captain Johnny Russell had a fantastic night in what was one of the best overall performances for SKC in some time. Stephen Afrifa got on the scoresheet again. How high is his ceiling?

During the broadcast, it was said Peter Vermes implied that SKC would not be very active this upcoming window. Thad explains how this might be on the owners’ lack of funding.

Brian Bliss was the sacrificial lamb, but was he actually at fault?

Stay tuned for more details coming on Tuesday, when Burns is introduced formally at the press conference.

Plus we’re talking about the KC Current’s record breaking unbeaten streak, the Copa America, and the US Men’s National Team.

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