For the final time in 2022, the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) released salary information for players signed to deals before September 2nd. The bi-annual tradition brings the chance for fans and pundits to dig into the numbers and see who’s making too much (or too little) and which teams are spending a lot or not much at all. It’s probably a weird day to be a player and see your personal information shared with the world and potentially a tough day to be a Sporting Director if you’ve budgeted poorly. Before getting into the new information, it can always be helpful to...…For the final time in 2022, the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) released salary information for players signed to deals before September 2nd. The bi-annual tradition brings the chance for fans and pundits to dig into the numbers and see who’s making too much (or too little) and which teams are spending a lot or not much at all. It’s probably a weird day to be a player and see your personal information shared with the world and potentially a tough day to be a Sporting Director if you’ve budgeted poorly. Before getting into the new information, it can always be helpful to...WW…

Skip to contentHot coffee drinks with alcohol are a perfect way to warm up and relax during cold weather. They’re made by adding liquor to hot coffee, often with cream, syrups, or spices.These drinks are popular at bars and cafes, especially during winter, as they offer a delicious and comforting way to unwind.When pairing alcohol with hot coffee, there are several options. Some popular choices include whiskey, rum, brandy, liqueurs like Kahlúa and Baileys Irish Cream, and vodka.These alcohols have distinct flavors and are often used to add depth and richness to coffee-based drinks.Below,...…Skip to contentHot coffee drinks with alcohol are a perfect way to warm up and relax during cold weather. They’re made by adding liquor to hot coffee, often with cream, syrups, or spices.These drinks are popular at bars and cafes, especially during winter, as they offer a delicious and comforting way to unwind.When pairing alcohol with hot coffee, there are several options. Some popular choices include whiskey, rum, brandy, liqueurs like Kahlúa and Baileys Irish Cream, and vodka.These alcohols have distinct flavors and are often used to add depth and richness to coffee-based drinks.Below,...WW…

Skip to contentOld Fashioned is a classic “old money” cocktail bringing flavor to the table, style, and class.Starting with the glass, to the elegant yet effective orange slice decoration, to the ingeniously simple yet tasteful selection of ingredients, everything about this cocktail is understated yet purposeful. Containing alcohol, orange slice, water, bitters, and sugar, this seemingly undemanding cocktail requires much more than one might think.Since the rest of the ingredients are soft, the alcohol in Old Fashioned must be effective, so it is traditionally made with rye whiskey or...…Skip to contentOld Fashioned is a classic “old money” cocktail bringing flavor to the table, style, and class.Starting with the glass, to the elegant yet effective orange slice decoration, to the ingeniously simple yet tasteful selection of ingredients, everything about this cocktail is understated yet purposeful. Containing alcohol, orange slice, water, bitters, and sugar, this seemingly undemanding cocktail requires much more than one might think.Since the rest of the ingredients are soft, the alcohol in Old Fashioned must be effective, so it is traditionally made with rye whiskey or...WW…

Skip to contentHennessey is one of the big four Cognac houses. Dating back to 1765, the brand has stayed in the same family for centuries, making it all that more remarkable. As a superb Cognac, Hennessy isn’t meant to get you drunk but instead take you through the realms of pleasure and delicacy only it can provide. Nevertheless, only because its goal isn’t to get you drunk doesn’t mean that it can’t. Hennessy can get you drunk because it is so smooth and delicious, and you can get carried away quickly. It has no sting or bite, only a smooth and warm burn, so nothing can warn you...…Skip to contentHennessey is one of the big four Cognac houses. Dating back to 1765, the brand has stayed in the same family for centuries, making it all that more remarkable. As a superb Cognac, Hennessy isn’t meant to get you drunk but instead take you through the realms of pleasure and delicacy only it can provide. Nevertheless, only because its goal isn’t to get you drunk doesn’t mean that it can’t. Hennessy can get you drunk because it is so smooth and delicious, and you can get carried away quickly. It has no sting or bite, only a smooth and warm burn, so nothing can warn you...WW…

Skip to contentSweet wines are famous among wine lovers, and they come in various styles and flavors and pair with everything from desserts to cheeses to cured meats. However, not all sweet wines are equal; some are stronger and harsher than others. Sweet wine is generally considered a more merciful wine. It usually tastes sweet, fruity, and fresh, making it very easy to drink and, more often than not, stronger than dry wines, for instance. The beauty of wine lies in its versatility, and no wine rule applies to all types of wine. Naturally, sweet wine is no exception to this rule...…Skip to contentSweet wines are famous among wine lovers, and they come in various styles and flavors and pair with everything from desserts to cheeses to cured meats. However, not all sweet wines are equal; some are stronger and harsher than others. Sweet wine is generally considered a more merciful wine. It usually tastes sweet, fruity, and fresh, making it very easy to drink and, more often than not, stronger than dry wines, for instance. The beauty of wine lies in its versatility, and no wine rule applies to all types of wine. Naturally, sweet wine is no exception to this rule...WW…

Skip to contentPlanning on celebrating a milestone with friends? Out on the down and want to get a quick buzz without tasting the bitter alcohol taste? The good news is that you can learn to take a shot without tasting it.After all, liquor shooters offer the easiest way to enjoy a quick alcohol buzz. Plus, there are popular ways to consume alcohol, whether celebrating a win, toasting, or simply enjoying the night.Below, I’ve shared ten easy tips on taking a shot without tasting it, so let’s dive right in.Table of ContentsMost drinkers don’t want to taste the shot due to the burning alcohol...…Skip to contentPlanning on celebrating a milestone with friends? Out on the down and want to get a quick buzz without tasting the bitter alcohol taste? The good news is that you can learn to take a shot without tasting it.After all, liquor shooters offer the easiest way to enjoy a quick alcohol buzz. Plus, there are popular ways to consume alcohol, whether celebrating a win, toasting, or simply enjoying the night.Below, I’ve shared ten easy tips on taking a shot without tasting it, so let’s dive right in.Table of ContentsMost drinkers don’t want to taste the shot due to the burning alcohol...WW…

Skip to main contentFiled under:Who is signed and for how long on the Kansas City Current. Plus all their known contract option years.The 2022 National Women’s Soccer League season came to an end on Saturday night in the nation’s capital when the Portland Thorns defeated the Kansas City Current. It was a bitter end to an otherwise amazing season for KC, who went from last place in 2021 all the way to the NWSL Championship in 2022.However, when the season ends, the offseason immediately begins. The KC Current have confirmed to The Blue Testament they’ll be releasing all their contract...…Skip to main contentFiled under:Who is signed and for how long on the Kansas City Current. Plus all their known contract option years.The 2022 National Women’s Soccer League season came to an end on Saturday night in the nation’s capital when the Portland Thorns defeated the Kansas City Current. It was a bitter end to an otherwise amazing season for KC, who went from last place in 2021 all the way to the NWSL Championship in 2022.However, when the season ends, the offseason immediately begins. The KC Current have confirmed to The Blue Testament they’ll be releasing all their contract...WW…

Skip to main contentFiled under:Who is signed and for how long as the team heads into the offseason?With the 2022 Major League Soccer regular season having come to an end on Sunday, 14 of the league’s 28 teams turn their attention to 2023 while the remaining 14 battle for the MLS Cup.Unfortunately, Sporting Kansas City find themselves on the outside looking in. They aren’t alone as they are joined by 2022 CONCACAF Champion League winners the Seattle Sounders, the 2021 MLS Cup winning New England Revolution, the 2021 MLS Cup runners up Portland Timbers, by far the league’s most expensive...…Skip to main contentFiled under:Who is signed and for how long as the team heads into the offseason?With the 2022 Major League Soccer regular season having come to an end on Sunday, 14 of the league’s 28 teams turn their attention to 2023 while the remaining 14 battle for the MLS Cup.Unfortunately, Sporting Kansas City find themselves on the outside looking in. They aren’t alone as they are joined by 2022 CONCACAF Champion League winners the Seattle Sounders, the 2021 MLS Cup winning New England Revolution, the 2021 MLS Cup runners up Portland Timbers, by far the league’s most expensive...WW…

Skip to main contentFiled under:Including the salaries of new signings Willy Agada and Erik Thommy.For the final time in 2022, the Major League Soccer Players Association released their bi-annual salary data. It’s always an interesting time to see what players make, who is overpaid, who is underpaid and what the summer signings and new contracts have brought to the table in terms of roster flexibility. If you are interested, here is a look back at prior data points.The marquee names on the list are summer transfer window signings Erik Thommy and William Agada, who came in and almost saved...…Skip to main contentFiled under:Including the salaries of new signings Willy Agada and Erik Thommy.For the final time in 2022, the Major League Soccer Players Association released their bi-annual salary data. It’s always an interesting time to see what players make, who is overpaid, who is underpaid and what the summer signings and new contracts have brought to the table in terms of roster flexibility. If you are interested, here is a look back at prior data points.The marquee names on the list are summer transfer window signings Erik Thommy and William Agada, who came in and almost saved...WW…

For the Glory KC is back with the 53rd episode of the show… and it’s a sad week in KC soccer. So. Much. Losing.On this week’s episode, Sporting Kansas City lose the season series to St. Louis City SC. And it got ugly. We break down all four goals and what went wrong, ask some questions of the tactics on the day and more widely on the decision making of the club. After the game, Peter Vermes said it was poor decisions that led to the goals. One assumes he’s speaking of the players, but maybe he was talking about him and his staff’s inability to adjust to the changing state of the game.It...…For the Glory KC is back with the 53rd episode of the show… and it’s a sad week in KC soccer. So. Much. Losing.On this week’s episode, Sporting Kansas City lose the season series to St. Louis City SC. And it got ugly. We break down all four goals and what went wrong, ask some questions of the tactics on the day and more widely on the decision making of the club. After the game, Peter Vermes said it was poor decisions that led to the goals. One assumes he’s speaking of the players, but maybe he was talking about him and his staff’s inability to adjust to the changing state of the game.It...WW…