
Red Bull New York II’s 2026 season ended in the MLS NEXT Pro playoffs on Sunday, but the Baby Bulls made significant strides in player development and first-team opportunities.

Red Bull New York will be short-handed against streaking St. Louis CITY SC, with nine players away on international duty and several others dealing with injuries.

Dennis Nelich’s rapid rise from Red Bull New York II to the first team has earned the promising 18-year-old a first-team MLS contract after making two appearances for the club.

Ronald Donkor’s late winner lifted Red Bull New York to a crucial victory over Columbus Crew and back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

Dennis Nelich made the most of his MLS debut opportunity, playing all 96 minutes for Red Bull New York against LAFC and earning praise from head coach Michael Bradley.

Red Bull New York suffered a sixth loss in nine matches on Wednesday night, falling 2-0 to LAFC in a frustrating, injury-filled performance in Los Angeles.

Red Bull New York enter the final third of the 2026 MLS season looking for consistency and offense as they visit Los Angeles FC on Wednesday.

Red Bull New York’s match against the Philadelphia Union could have major implications for the Red Bulls’ season as they look to stay above a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race.

Benny Rodriguez signed his first professional contract with Red Bull New York II and will join the Red Bull New York first team as a Homegrown Player starting in 2027-28.

Michael Bradley believes that Red Bull New York has everything needed to become one of America’s leading youth development clubs, pointing to the tri-state area’s talent pool, RBNY’s academy success and the club’s long-term vision.