Reader Poll: Welcome to The Valley of Ashes
The results are in, and you voted to name New York City FC's new soccer stadium in Queens after a line from F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Andrew Leigh
Andrew is the Senior Editor of Hudson River Blue. He has been working in digital and social media since 2008.
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New York City vs Charlotte player ratings
The late 2-1 win over Charlotte FC marks the first time this season that four NYCFC players received ratings over 8.0.
Walking through the once, and future, Valley of Ashes
What it was like to walk the grounds that will soon be home to New York City FC's new soccer stadium.
Santi Rodríguez the star as NYCFC blanks DC United
Rodríguez celebrated his 100th MLS appearance for New York City FC by scoring and assisting to help orchestrate a 2-0 win at Citi Field.
US Open Cup Reaction: Homegrown teens pass major test
Open Cup win over Hartford Athletic was a chance for some accelerated professional development for four of New York City FC's most talented Homegrown players.
NYCFC's attacking potential begins to emerge
Win over New England offers a reminder that New York City FC has high-upside young attacking talent on its roster, with a trio of players making cases for more minutes in the 2-0 victory.
Brad Sims: Expect stadium groundbreaking in late summer
NYCFC's CEO, and City Councilman Francisco Moya, discussed the journey to Willets Point approval in exclusive interviews outside City Hall after the City Council voted in favor of the redevelopment.
NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL APPROVES WILLETS POINT STADIUM
NYCFC officials and supporters gathered outside City Hall as the authorization clears the way to break ground on New York City's first-ever soccer stadium.
NYCFC let lead slip, draw with Atlanta United
New York City earned a second consecutive draw, with goalkeeper Matt Freese and goal-scorer Santi Rodríguez providing the heroics necessary to help the team earn its point.
Brooklyn FC CEO: "There's an appetite for the alternative"
Mack Mansfield tells us how Brooklyn Football Club will stand out, why calling Coney Island's baseball stadium home is a good idea, and what he learned at New Amsterdam FC.
Open Cup provides a valuable platform for NYCFC reserves
Opportunity knocked for five New York City FC First team players who were with the II squad. With Nick Cushing and his assistants there watching, did any impress enough to gain more minutes?
NYCFC vs Inter Miami Player Ratings
Your latest player ratings reflect a mix of admiration and disappointment befitting a nervy road draw earned against a Messi-less Miami.
AC Ajaccio: Maxime Chanot "does not honor his commitments"
The scathing statement from the club raises questions ahead of the former New York City defender's presumed move to LAFC.
MLS refs to return as lockout ends
Union representing MLS referees agreed to approve a new collective bargaining agreement, with experienced MLS refs now set to return to action this weekend.
NYCFC vs FC Cincinnati Player Ratings
Matt Freese made key saves to keep New York City competitive in the eventual road loss to FC Cincinnati, earning him Player of the Match honors for a second time this season.
How will Nick Cushing shuffle his lineup in Cincinnati?
We run through all the potential personnel scenarios in an attempt to guess how a depleted New York City FC will line up on the road against FC Cincinnati.