Kaku got back on the scoresheet on Sunday night, scoring the game-winner as the New York Red Bulls secured the Atlantic Cup for another year with a 1-0 win over D.C. United.
Kaku scored his fourth goal of the season, all of which are game-winners.
"It felt good," Kaku said through a translator. "We put forth a great effort, and it makes us happy to get us the three points at home. Very happy."
Kaku hadn't scored since early May before Sunday night.
"I haven’t scored in a while," Kaku said. "Fortunately I was able to do it today in a Derby against D.