By the Numbers: Upsets the norm when it comes to the MLS Cup Playoffs

The best teams to emerge from the regular season don't always win it all

Nov 05, 2024

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Red Bulls midfielder Daniel Edelman was flying high against Columbus Crew SC. Photo by Grace Lisi

The MLS Cup Playoffs have not disappointed. In fact, the playoffs rarely do.

More often than not, it seems, the MLS postseason is loaded with upsets. One need to look no further than the New York Red Bulls. The No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference knocked …

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