Editorial
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: Fading History
Missed anniversaries, former players, and more
Rest The Big Names Against Atlanta
The core players need a rest and the younger guys need a chance to prove themselves
Dax Takes One For The Team
The Fire captain broke from precedent by speaking out about Section 8 and Sector Latino. Will this affect his future in Chicago?
On Complacency
The Fire are looking to finish a dismal season on a high note. That may or may not be a good thing.
Djordje Mihailovic Is The Future Of The Chicago Fire
Mihailovic is a special player— and we’re only just beginning to see why
On Accountability
The 2018 Fire season has been a complete failure. Ruben says it’s time for a change of leadership.
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: Looking Ahead
Ruben speculates on the end of the Fire’s season, plus some thoughts on the Red Stars’ postseason run & future
Two Teams, Four Stars, One City
The Fire and Red Stars represent this city and share a stadium. Beyond that, the differences can feel like night and day.
Storm’s A-Comin
Ruben discusses the Red Stars’ semifinal move to Portland, the Fire’s return to action this weekend, and more
An Ode To Work Bae
A story of falling in love with the Chicago Red Stars... as an Orlando Pride fan
Chicago Red Stars: The Only Good Team in Chicago
This city has a team that is good at sports. It’s time to stop sleeping on them.
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: Chop Chop
Ruben discusses the Red Stars’ playoff berth, kitchen adventures, and more
The Case For Longer NWSL Playoffs
The NWSL playoffs this year are going to be incredible. Let’s make them longer in the future.
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: Ist Das Nicht Ein Schnitzelbank?
Ruben chats about Munich, the rest of the season, the future of the club, and more
The Fire’s Long Break Is A Good Thing. For Everyone.
Sometimes, in a relationship, you just need some time apart
Friday Mailbag And Open Thread: The Long Goodbye
Ruben laments the end of the Fire-Crew rivalry and considers the future of two important figures at Toyota Park
Paywalls, And Other Small Tragedies
The ESPN+ deal is a good long-term move. And the Fire are still screwing it up.
Taking A Look At Potential Shirt Sponsors For Next Season
With Valspar reportedly cutting ties, the Chicago Fire will need to find someone else to advertise on their jersey
You Are My Fire, My Only Fire
Loving a club shouldn’t be this hard
We, The Biomass
Q: Why doesn’t MLS cater to its most passionate fans? A: To them we are a resource, not a market
Hot Time In Old Town Cancels Fire Gameday Coverage This Weekend
We stand in solidarity with Section 8, Sector Latino, and all Fire fans
Time’s Up For Veljko Paunovic
The Fire head coach’s position has become untenable
Whose Fault Is This?
The Fire are having a terrible season. Who shoulders most of the blame?
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: Not Good Enough
Ruben rants about the state of the Fire, ToN 2018, attendance figures, and more
Friday Mailbag & Open Thread: This Is Fine
Ruben vents his spleen on the Nelson Rodriguez media presser, Tournament Of Nations, and more
Editorial: Why Sector Latino Matters
RJ offers some personal reflections on SL12 and Chicago supporter culture
On Press, Huerta, And All The Futures That Never Happened
Even when you know the way it’s gonna blow, it’s hard to get around the wind
Editorial: The Sector Latino Ban Is An Embarrassing Overreaction
We call on the Fire FO to reinstate Sector Latino’s SG privileges immediately
An Open Letter To Alan Gordon
"It’s not about Being Right. It’s about Showing Up."
Fire Fans Shouldn’t Get Too Excited Over Solignac’s Return
Lucho is back, but he is not the attacking savior some still hope he can be
Editorial: It’s Time For The Fire To Put Up Or Shut Up
Ruben offers a rebuttal to Nelson Rodriguez’ media roundtable
With An Already Thin Squad, Is Pauno Making Good Decisions?
A look at Pauno’s selection and substitution decisions from the loss to Houston