USA Today Sports Jacob SchneiderExplained: MLS' three new competitive initiatives which are being introduced after lengthy delayMajor League SoccerInter Miami CFLA GalaxyLos Angeles FCNew York City FCNew York Red BullsAhead of week nine of the MLS season, the league announced that three major competitive initiatives are set to be implemented this weekend.Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues belowMLS implementing new competitive initiativesOff-field treatment, timed subs & in-stadium VAR announcements arriveDetails on nine-week delayGet the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowArticle continues below