The 2017 iteration of Toronto FC might be the best team in MLS history. They were dominant throughout the whole season and cantered the MLS Cup with relative ease.
It was already presumed that they would be favourites again this year. And then they proceded to improve in the offseason, adding the likes of Gregory van der Wiel and Ager Aketxe to an already extremely deep and varied squad. Their favouritism only increased.
But their early-season form was concerning, though understandable.
With their attentions very much geared towards the CONCACAF Champions League, Greg Vanney decided to rotate through his squad for domestic games.