Less than a week after winning the 2020 MLS Cup, the Columbus Crew announced its annual season-ending awards to celebrate what was a trying but ultimately rewarding year for the Black & Gold. After taking home the club’s second-ever MLS Cup with a 3-0 win against the Seattle Sounders, Columbus handed out awards for Most Valuable Player, Golden Boot, Defender of the Year, Kirk Urso Heart Award, Humanitarian of the Year and Academy Player of the Year.
Most Valuable Player — Lucas Zelarayan
If a fan tuned in for just the MLS Cup Final, it still would be obvious who was the Crew’s 2020 MVP.