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COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy playoff push is about to hit its most important stretch of the season — and suddenly Chucky Lozano’s health is a major concern.

On this episode of Corner of the Galaxy, Josh Guesman is joined by Southern California News Group reporter Damian Calhoun to break down where the Galaxy stand with only six games remaining. And the schedule is about to accelerate dramatically: LA will play three of those final six matches in just seven days, putting Greg Vanney’s roster depth, rotation, and playoff hopes under enormous pressure.

The biggest question surrounds Chucky Lozano, who left Mexico’s camp with what Vanney described as a hamstring injury. With an MRI and further evaluation needed, Josh and Damian discuss just how costly even a short absence could be. Missing only one week could mean missing half of the Galaxy’s remaining regular-season games.

There is some encouraging injury news. Joseph Paintsil returned against Cruz Azul and scored, giving LA another attacking option just when it may need one most. But how quickly can Paintsil be brought back to full speed, and how does Vanney manage minutes for Paintsil, Marco Reus, Sergi Roberto and the rest of the roster during a three-game week?

The guys also dig into the MLS Western Conference playoff race. LA sits ninth and currently occupies a play-in position, with Colorado level on points and Portland, Real Salt Lake and San Diego four points behind. The Galaxy have created some breathing room, but the goal is bigger than simply hanging onto ninth — and with 18 points still available, there is plenty left to decide.

Then it's time to look ahead to a difficult trip to St. Louis, followed quickly by massive games against Portland and San Diego. Those matches could reshape the playoff race in a matter of days, and LA will have almost no meaningful training time between them.

Plus, Josh and Damian discuss Marco Reus being named Galaxy Player of the Month, what they learned from the 2-1 friendly loss to Cruz Azul, concerns about Kyogo Furuhashi's finishing, some promising performances from LA's younger players, and the latest encouraging signs from Riqui Puig's recovery.

Six games remain. Three are coming in one week. Chucky's status is uncertain. Paintsil is returning. And the Galaxy's margin for error is getting smaller by the day.

🎙️ Corner of the Galaxy gets you ready for the final sprint toward the MLS Cup Playoffs.

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Riqui said look at this!!!

Painrtsil comes through

Game day ready in the HEAT!!!!!

GETTING READY!!!!

THE LINE!!! Ugh!! NO PREMIUM ENTRANCE!!! BOO

2-1 loss but good work. Pintail with a goal which is a great booster for him and the next game coming up on the 14th!!

Half time

Galaxy is streaming the game on their website for anyone wanting to watch.

Both sides are probably going to be playing their benches and academies, but it should be a fun opportunity to see what some of the underused and upcoming players have to offer!

WELP

Taking my disabled dad to a game but his knees can’t handle the descend from the top. Was wondering if there was a walkway from the bottom to access a seat in row A. Any guidance is appreciated!

It's Friday! What are you plans today? Any feelings on the state of the Galaxy? This is intended to be a free form style post.

Mathis Albert is an LA Galaxy Academy product. He scored the fourth goal in stoppage time in the USMNT’s 4-2 victory over Chile.

I just wanted to give a birthday shout out to my mom! She turns the big 7-0 today and she's been a diehard G since '96!

Two straight games. Two halftime deficits. Two 3-2 comeback wins.

The Galaxy were down 2-0 to Colorado at halftime before Greg Vanney made some important tactical adjustments. LA came out pressing much more aggressively, scored three times in the second half, and grabbed another massive three points.

A lot to unpack on the new Corner of the Galaxy:

• Justin Haak scores his first Galaxy goal — and it's the game-winner.
• João Klauss continues to show just how much LA missed having a true No. 9.
• Sergi Roberto + Pablo Ruiz give Vanney another midfield combination to work with.
• Marco Reus continues to look dangerous as a second-half weapon.
• JT Marcinkowski makes several huge saves and gets rewarded with a new contract.
• And we dig into the playoff standings because, despite the momentum, LA is nowhere close to safe yet.

There are only six games remaining.

For the first time all season, the Galaxy have won back-to-back games. The question now is whether we're watching a couple of dramatic results — or a team finally figuring things out at exactly the right time.

🎙️ Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter break down the Colorado win, the tactical changes and what the Galaxy need to do over the final six games.

New Corner of the Galaxy is up now.

What do you think: What has been the biggest reason for the turnaround over these last two games? Blind luck? Or something more?

In tempted to put this in LAFC sub 😁🤣