Where to Watch

The Front Runners

Glendale Raptors

Seattle Seawolves

Middle of the Pack

Austin Elite

NOLA Gold

San Diego Legion

The New Kids on The Block

Rugby United New York

Toronto Arrows

The Back of the Pack

Houston SaberCats

Utah Warriors

Playoff Predictions

The Future

The start of season two of Major League Rugby is just around the corner. We've got new teams, new signings, a new coach, and more. So let's jump into it.MLR will have a game of the week shown on CBS Sports Network (also available in Canada). Other games will be shown on ESPN+, ESPN's OTT service, and regional sports networks. International fans can watch on Facebook. And replays should be posted to YouTube.Infinity Park, Glendale, Colorado (5,000)David WilliamsThe Glendale Raptors were the team to beat during the season last year, earning the first seed in the MLR playoffs. Eventually, the Raptors lost to the Seattle Seawolves in the final. Glendale's preseason included wins over San Diego and Houston. Coach Williams has brought in new players and adjusted Glendale's training schedule this offseason as the Raptors look to rebound after a disappointing performance in last year's final and reclaim their title as one of America's premier clubs.- Sam Figg, Dylan Fawsitt, Ben Landry, Bryce Campbell, John Quill- Noah Barker, Chad Gough, Marco Fepulea'i, Brendan Daly, Hanco Germishuys, Malon Al-Jiboori, Dylan Taikato-SimpsonStarfire Stadium, Seattle, Washington (4,500)Anton MoolmanThe Seawolves came out of nowhere last season. Many expected them to finish last. Especially considering the fact that Phil Mack was acting head coach when their head coach couldn't get a visa. There wasn't much info coming from Seattle, so quiet equaled low expectations last year. This year the Seawolves have the target on their back. They didn't lose much and gained a couple of good players. The Seawolves will be ready to take on all comers this season.Peter Smith, Ray BarkwillBen Cima, Stephan Coetzee, Djustice Sears-Duru, JP Smith, Apisai NaikatiniDell Diamond, Round Rock, Texas (11,631)Alain HyardetAustin Elite Rugby got off to a quiet start last year. They lost their first two matches by double digits, but responded by finishing the year 3-3 in their next six games. Austin has had a quiet offseason outside of player announcements as they had one pre-season match against Houston. Austin will be chomping at the bit to get some game action and prove themselves better than last year.- Hanco Germishuys, Pedrie Wannenburg,Victor Comptat, Paddy Ryan- Josh Larsen, Travis Larsen, Juan Echeverría, Sebastián Kalm, Rodrigo Silva, Peni TagiveEagle Athletic Facility, Marrero, Louisiana (3,000)Nate OsborneNOLA had some terrible luck come their way last season. Their home field looked terrible after being built right before the season and they had a couple key season ending injuries in the early part of the season. But coach Osborne looks to have the Gold on the right track this offseason. The Gold have only given up 10 points to club teams in their four preseason contests. Expect the Gold to show up locked and loaded this season.Matt Hughston, Sebastián Kalm, Myles McQuone, Matt WirkenKyle Baillie, Tristan Blewitt, Cam Dolan, Ignacio Dotti, Con Foley, Kane ThompsonTorero Stadium, San Diego, California (6,000)Rob HoadleySan Diego was one of the better teams in the league last year. They actually surprised many people with how they finished as they were considered one of the weaker teams coming into the season and many thought they were proven right the first week of the season. But the Legion came back and finished strong. This season the Legion have brought in former Scotland international Scott Murray as forwards coach and made some key signings to improve their weak points. Watch for the Legion to spoil some team's day during the season.Malon Al-Jiboori, Ben Cima, Cam Dolan, Tadhg Leader, Pat O'Toole, Anthony Salaber, Dolph BothaConor Kearns, Dean Muir, Kapeli Pifeleti, Paddy Ryan, Matt Sandell, Jasa VeramaluaMCU Park, Brooklyn, New York (7,000)Mike TolkinRUNY are one of the new kids on the block this year. So while we don't have anything to base them off this season, they can only go up from here. They've made some great signings, including a big splash with the signing of Ben Foden. RUNY has looked dangerous in their preseason matchups including a win against future MLR member New England. Expect RUNY to fight their way towards the top this season.N/a (first season in the league)Ben Foden, Dylan Fawsitt, Matt Hughston, Will Leonard, Cathal Marsh, James Rochford, Paddy Ryan, Kyle SumsionYork Lions Stadium (3,700) & Lamport Stadium (9,600), Toronto, Ontario, CanadaChris SilverthornThe Arrows have been around for a while before officially becoming a member of Major League Rugby. They've played exhibition matches against MLR members in the past. This season, the Arrows are bringing an experience squad of rugby players with many members of the roster having earned Canadian caps. The Arrows were also able to coax John Moonlight out of retirement to play part time with them. Expect the Arrows to make a big splash this season.Djustice Sears-DuruGastón Mieres, Morgan Mitchell, Sam Malcom, Dan Moor, Landro Leivas, Jack Nay (on loan from Saracens), John MoonlightAveva Stadium, Houston, Texas (4,000)Justin FitzpatrickThe Houston SaberCats were expected to be a top team heading into last season. They arrived with a lot of fan fare, they announced a lot of great signings, and had a top pre-season. However, that all came crashing down as they only won one game all season. Coach Fitzpatrick has brought in new signings and new coaches to help improve the team. The pre-season has left a lot to be desired though after beating two clubs teams and then losing to Austin and Glendale. If Houston isn't careful, they could end up with the wooden spoon again.- Justin Allen, Diego Maquieira, Lindsey Stevens, Kyle SumsionSantiago Arata, Victor Comptat, Charlie Connolly, Jason Harris-Wright, Diego Magno, Alejandro Nieto, Pat O'Toole, Ayron SchrammZions Bank Stadium, Herriman, Utah (5,000)Alf DanielsThe Utah Warriors finished last season right about where they were expected to. However it was a disappointing season for the Warriors as they finished below .500 and lost in the first round of the playoffs. This season has been a quiet one for the Warriors. The team hasn't officially announced their new signings, but they have announced new coaches. Utah has also implemented a new offseason conditioning program that the players already love to hate. Until we know more about the Warriors, it's hard to stay what's going to happen with them this season.- Paul Lasike, Kurt Morath, David TameliauJake Christmann, Gannon Moore, Josh Reeves, Ian LucianoGlendale and Seattle will remain strong and get back into the playoffs. RUNY and Toronto will plant their flags in the league and make their way to the playoffs.Seattle vs RUNYToronto vs GlendaleAtlanta, DC, and the New England Free Jacks are all confirmed to join the league in the 2020 season. Whether the league expands further or stays pat for a couple of years remain to be seen as there are rumors out there of groups wanting to bring MLR to their cities.When 2020 rolls around, the league will be split six & six between East & West, so we could potentially see a conference system implemented. With the addition of three more teams, the playoffs could see expansion as well.~Josh Fredlund