Larry Berg, part owner of LAFC, will become MLS commissioner on January 1, 2027, replacing Don Garber. Berg takes over a league in transition, with Garber having led MLS through its major expansion era and efforts to raise the league's profile globally. The appointment signals the league's direction under new leadership as MLS continues its push toward mainstream relevance in American sports. Berg's ownership stake in one of MLS's most ambitious franchises gives him direct experience with the league's current competitive and financial landscape. The timing of the transition gives Garber nearly two years to oversee the league during a critical growth period before handing off operations to Berg.