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Apr 2023
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Time to Pivot? Eric Garcia's New Positio...

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On episode 452, Dan and Levon discuss where Messi would fit back in and if Eric Garcia could play the pivot. They talk about the moving parts needed to get Messi back, Gavi's Spain stuff, the Femení moving on to the semis, and much more!

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How will Messi fit financially?

How will Messi fit on the field?

Can Eric Garcia play the pivot?

Are the Gavi Spain stories noteworthy?

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