It can be difficult to prepare for Toronto FC, as Greg Vanney’s team shifts through multiple formations, sprinkles in a high press sometimes, and generally maintains an ability to surprise. Tinkerers generally don’t do all that well in MLS, but Vanney has had plenty of success, and D.C. United probably has plans for a couple of different versions of TFC.
That said, the biggest question about the Reds right now comes down to simple player availability. If Jozy Altidore is fit and available for most of a given game, they’re as good as anyone in the East.