Ben Wright
@benwright.bsky.social
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🏅 Nashville Scene's Best Sports Writer of 2024 & 2025
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#ITFC fan 💙🚜
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🏅 Nashville Scene's Best Sports Writer of 2024 & 2025
✟ Christ follower
#ITFC fan 💙🚜
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Ben Wright
@benwright.bsky.social
· Dec 2
Just got this in the mail. Thanks again to everyone who voted for me! Not sure how we pulled it off, but I’m so grateful to everyone who’s read my coverage over the last seven years.
It’s been a joy covering Major League Soccer and Nashville SC, and I can’t wait to keep it going!
It’s been a joy covering Major League Soccer and Nashville SC, and I can’t wait to keep it going!
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Depth charts for every MLS team here⤵️
MLS depth charts
Up to date depth charts and player categories for all 30 Major League Soccer clubs
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Depth charts for every MLS team here⤵️
the only correct ranking
January 13, 2026 at 4:57 PM
the only correct ranking
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With Nashville SC set to launch their new kits in just a few weeks, we're looking back and ranking every jersey in Nashville SC history.
What's your favorite kit the Boys In Gold have worn?
What's your favorite kit the Boys In Gold have worn?
What's the best Nashville SC jersey ever?
SixOneFive Soccer ranks the best kits ever worn by the Boys In Gold
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:31 PM
With Nashville SC set to launch their new kits in just a few weeks, we're looking back and ranking every jersey in Nashville SC history.
What's your favorite kit the Boys In Gold have worn?
What's your favorite kit the Boys In Gold have worn?
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With the 2026 MLS season just over a month away, we've put together a list of outlets covering the league and all 30 teams. Check them out for all the news and info you'll need this season!
Where to find MLS coverege?
A list of outlets covering Major League Soccer
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:56 PM
With the 2026 MLS season just over a month away, we've put together a list of outlets covering the league and all 30 teams. Check them out for all the news and info you'll need this season!
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Nashville SC have added former Colorado Rapids assistant coach Chris Little to the coaching staff, joining BJ Callaghan, John Bello, Michael Nsien and Danny Cepero.
Nashville SC add Chris Little to coaching staff
Former Colorado Rapids assistant coach joins BJ Callaghan's staff
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Nashville SC have added former Colorado Rapids assistant coach Chris Little to the coaching staff, joining BJ Callaghan, John Bello, Michael Nsien and Danny Cepero.
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Nashville SC have released their full preseason roster, with a slate of SuperDraft picks, Huntsville City FC players and unsigned trialists in Florida with the first team.
Nashville SC announce 2026 preseason roster
Nine trialists and Huntsville City FC players are in Florida with the first team
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 12, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Nashville SC have released their full preseason roster, with a slate of SuperDraft picks, Huntsville City FC players and unsigned trialists in Florida with the first team.
I asked BJ Callaghan what tweaks to Nashville SC's game model he's hoping to make in 2026:
• Involve the GK more in possession in higher areas
• Get more numbers involved in attack
• Be more aggressive in the counterpress
• Play a higher line
• Involve the GK more in possession in higher areas
• Get more numbers involved in attack
• Be more aggressive in the counterpress
• Play a higher line
January 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM
I asked BJ Callaghan what tweaks to Nashville SC's game model he's hoping to make in 2026:
• Involve the GK more in possession in higher areas
• Get more numbers involved in attack
• Be more aggressive in the counterpress
• Play a higher line
• Involve the GK more in possession in higher areas
• Get more numbers involved in attack
• Be more aggressive in the counterpress
• Play a higher line
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"The window of opportunity is right now for us take advantage of. This is a team that's built to do it right now."
Mike Jacobs and Cristian Espinoza spoke about their ambition and push for trophies in 2026.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/cristian-esp...
Mike Jacobs and Cristian Espinoza spoke about their ambition and push for trophies in 2026.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/cristian-esp...
Cristian Espinoza: "Nashville was the right decision for me"
Nashville's new Designated Player talks ambition and expectations in Music City
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
January 11, 2026 at 11:37 PM
"The window of opportunity is right now for us take advantage of. This is a team that's built to do it right now."
Mike Jacobs and Cristian Espinoza spoke about their ambition and push for trophies in 2026.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/cristian-esp...
Mike Jacobs and Cristian Espinoza spoke about their ambition and push for trophies in 2026.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/cristian-esp...
First Nashville SC press conference of 2026 fueled by In-N-Out.
Shout out to NSC comms for this!
Shout out to NSC comms for this!
January 11, 2026 at 6:58 PM
First Nashville SC press conference of 2026 fueled by In-N-Out.
Shout out to NSC comms for this!
Shout out to NSC comms for this!
Out here on the lookout for any unannounced Nashville SC player who may be in attendance.
January 11, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Out here on the lookout for any unannounced Nashville SC player who may be in attendance.
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Boris Enow's departure from D.C. United was a free transfer triggered by the club's failure to make the MLS playoffs, per source. Beitar Jerusalem announced his signing Dec. 24. DCU had paid $2 million+ for him 18 months ago.
January 10, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Boris Enow's departure from D.C. United was a free transfer triggered by the club's failure to make the MLS playoffs, per source. Beitar Jerusalem announced his signing Dec. 24. DCU had paid $2 million+ for him 18 months ago.
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🇦🇷 The first Argentinian player to represent Nashville SC
January 9, 2026 at 7:48 PM
🇦🇷 The first Argentinian player to represent Nashville SC
Nashville SC have officially signed Cristian Espinoza to a DP contract through 2028 with options for through June 2029 and the 2029-30 season.
Mike Jacobs: “He makes our attacking corps more versatile and flexible, and we think he’s a tremendous fit and key piece to our group.”
Mike Jacobs: “He makes our attacking corps more versatile and flexible, and we think he’s a tremendous fit and key piece to our group.”
January 9, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Nashville SC have officially signed Cristian Espinoza to a DP contract through 2028 with options for through June 2029 and the 2029-30 season.
Mike Jacobs: “He makes our attacking corps more versatile and flexible, and we think he’s a tremendous fit and key piece to our group.”
Mike Jacobs: “He makes our attacking corps more versatile and flexible, and we think he’s a tremendous fit and key piece to our group.”
Nashville SC have loaned homegrown midfielder Isaiah Jones to Chattanooga FC for the full MLS NEXT Pro season. Jones, 19, made his MLS debut in 2024 under interim head coach Rumba Munthali, but has struggled to break into the first team or play consistently in Huntsville.
January 9, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Nashville SC have loaned homegrown midfielder Isaiah Jones to Chattanooga FC for the full MLS NEXT Pro season. Jones, 19, made his MLS debut in 2024 under interim head coach Rumba Munthali, but has struggled to break into the first team or play consistently in Huntsville.
If only we had some clues about where Cristian Espinoza could be signing
January 9, 2026 at 3:42 AM
If only we had some clues about where Cristian Espinoza could be signing
Nashville SC have waived forward Tyler Boyd. The forward was a key player in 2024 after being traded from the LA Galaxy, but missed over a year with a torn ACL. Recovered at the end of 2025 to make six appearances, now leaves the club. Disappointing end.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/tyler-boyd-r...
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/tyler-boyd-r...
January 8, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Nashville SC have waived forward Tyler Boyd. The forward was a key player in 2024 after being traded from the LA Galaxy, but missed over a year with a torn ACL. Recovered at the end of 2025 to make six appearances, now leaves the club. Disappointing end.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/tyler-boyd-r...
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/tyler-boyd-r...
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@benwright.bsky.social breaks down Nashville SC’s bombshell acquisition of Cristian Espinoza and why it should elevate Nashville into one of the best attacks in MLS.
More info and analysis at SixOneFive Soccer dot com.
More info and analysis at SixOneFive Soccer dot com.
January 8, 2026 at 3:32 AM
@benwright.bsky.social breaks down Nashville SC’s bombshell acquisition of Cristian Espinoza and why it should elevate Nashville into one of the best attacks in MLS.
More info and analysis at SixOneFive Soccer dot com.
More info and analysis at SixOneFive Soccer dot com.
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Nashville is getting a good one. Since 2021, Espinoza is third in total Expected Assists (xA) using @americansocceranalysis.com's models. A large amount comes on set pieces, but he's elite in open play as well.
In fact, he's first in *intentional* assists and second in *intentional* xA.
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In fact, he's first in *intentional* assists and second in *intentional* xA.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Nashville is getting a good one. Since 2021, Espinoza is third in total Expected Assists (xA) using @americansocceranalysis.com's models. A large amount comes on set pieces, but he's elite in open play as well.
In fact, he's first in *intentional* assists and second in *intentional* xA.
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In fact, he's first in *intentional* assists and second in *intentional* xA.
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I refuse to stay silent while Secretary Noem breaks the rule of law and terrorizes our communities. I am introducing Articles of Impeachment against her for violating the public trust, obstructing Congress, and self-dealing. Read my full statement: robinkelly.house.gov/media-center...
Rep. Kelly announces plans to impeach Secretary Kristi Noem
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) announced plans to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following the fatal shooting by an ICE officer in Minneapolis.
robinkelly.house.gov
January 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
I refuse to stay silent while Secretary Noem breaks the rule of law and terrorizes our communities. I am introducing Articles of Impeachment against her for violating the public trust, obstructing Congress, and self-dealing. Read my full statement: robinkelly.house.gov/media-center...
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Sources: Inter Miami made bid (around $3m) to Vancouver Whitecaps for star defender Tristan Blackmon... but rumors suggesting a deal is done/being finalized is NOT true
Vancouver is NOT looking to trade Blackmon, per sources. Whitecaps want to extend contract
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social
Vancouver is NOT looking to trade Blackmon, per sources. Whitecaps want to extend contract
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Sources: Inter Miami made bid (around $3m) to Vancouver Whitecaps for star defender Tristan Blackmon... but rumors suggesting a deal is done/being finalized is NOT true
Vancouver is NOT looking to trade Blackmon, per sources. Whitecaps want to extend contract
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social
Vancouver is NOT looking to trade Blackmon, per sources. Whitecaps want to extend contract
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social
Tristan Blackmon???
Miami are 𝑳𝑶𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑫
Miami are 𝑳𝑶𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑫
January 7, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Tristan Blackmon???
Miami are 𝑳𝑶𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑫
Miami are 𝑳𝑶𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑫
Nashville SC announce two new additions, signing left back Isaiah LeFlore from Philadelphia Union and winger Shak Mohammed from Orlando City.
LeFlore brings needed depth behind Dan Lovitz, while Mohammed is a versatile attacker with upside.
LeFlore brings needed depth behind Dan Lovitz, while Mohammed is a versatile attacker with upside.
January 7, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Nashville SC announce two new additions, signing left back Isaiah LeFlore from Philadelphia Union and winger Shak Mohammed from Orlando City.
LeFlore brings needed depth behind Dan Lovitz, while Mohammed is a versatile attacker with upside.
LeFlore brings needed depth behind Dan Lovitz, while Mohammed is a versatile attacker with upside.
A lot of ways for BJ Callaghan to set this up, but on paper this should be one of the best attacks in MLS.
January 7, 2026 at 3:15 PM
A lot of ways for BJ Callaghan to set this up, but on paper this should be one of the best attacks in MLS.
Can confirm @tombogert.bsky.social's report that Nashville SC have signed free agent Cristian Espinoza.
Espinoza, 30, spent the last 7 years with San Jose, logging 36 goals and 70 assists in 218 matches. He's a 2x All-Star and has been a perennial Best XI caliber player. Massive signing.
Espinoza, 30, spent the last 7 years with San Jose, logging 36 goals and 70 assists in 218 matches. He's a 2x All-Star and has been a perennial Best XI caliber player. Massive signing.
January 7, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Can confirm @tombogert.bsky.social's report that Nashville SC have signed free agent Cristian Espinoza.
Espinoza, 30, spent the last 7 years with San Jose, logging 36 goals and 70 assists in 218 matches. He's a 2x All-Star and has been a perennial Best XI caliber player. Massive signing.
Espinoza, 30, spent the last 7 years with San Jose, logging 36 goals and 70 assists in 218 matches. He's a 2x All-Star and has been a perennial Best XI caliber player. Massive signing.
2013 ➡️ 2026
Thankful for 13 years married to my best friend. God has been so good.
Thankful for 13 years married to my best friend. God has been so good.
January 6, 2026 at 12:21 AM
2013 ➡️ 2026
Thankful for 13 years married to my best friend. God has been so good.
Thankful for 13 years married to my best friend. God has been so good.