MLR Expansion, Eagles' Close Call, and Global Rugby Realities with Martin Pengelly

In this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour , hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick are joined by rugby journalist Martin Pengelly to break down the latest seismic shifts in American rugby. The conversation kicks off with a hard look at Major League Rugby's surprising letter of intent for a potential Buffalo expansion team by 2028, the outlook for Indianapolis, and how these moves align with the road to the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

Later, the panel shifts focus to the international stage, examining the USA Men's Eagles' near-disaster win against Hong Kong, upcoming Nations Cup matches against Romania, and a humorous detour into international rugby league's strange expansion efforts in the U.S. Whether you're tracking MLR squad depths or looking for expert analysis on American rugby's future, this episode delivers the insights you need. Be sure to check out Martin Pengelly's Substack, The National Maul, for more in-depth coverage!
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