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What's new in MLS for 2023? Soccer returns to St. Louis, old faces in new places, another playoff shake-up

Another MLS season is upon us, and with it comes the usual slew of changes. Another expansion side, St. Louis City SC, will make its debut. The usual passel of players and managers made moves in the offseason, too. And a new campaign wouldn't be complete if the league didn't make a head-scratching move or two.

Here's what's new as MLS embarks on its 28th season.

Meet me in St. Louis

As a league, MLS has barely put a foot wrong in terms of picking expansion markets. The teams have been received with considerable enthusiasm, and the national footprint looks robust now that 29 teams are on board, with St.