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MLS Commissioner Hints at Possible Promotion, Relegation Changes

12/5/2025

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Don Garber, MLS Commissioner, hinted at changes to the league’s structure, including promotion and relegation, in his State of the League address.
He noted the league has rejected promotion and relegation, but is now open to it, saying, 'I’ve learned never say never'.
Garber described stability backed by club owners’ investments and a 15% revenue increase and a 30% rise in viewership, while Vancouver’s stalled stadium progress could trigger changes.

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Don Garber, MLS Commissioner, hinted at changes to the league’s structure, including promotion and relegation, in his State of the League address.
He noted the league has rejected promotion and relegation, but is now open to it, saying, 'I’ve learned never say never'.
Garber described stability backed by club owners’ investments and a 15% revenue increase and a 30% rise in viewership, while Vancouver’s stalled stadium progress could trigger changes.