MLS roster profiles also state which players fill international slots, which were signed to homegrown contracts, and which were paid with target allocation money. The year every player's contract runs out, and the amount of club options years are also included in the roster profile details.

With Cincinnati sitting in second in the conference, recording 51 points, and Columbus on its tail in third with 49 points, the upcoming Hell is Real match carries heavy weight for this year's MLS Cup playoffs.

The Crew officially clinched a playoff spot after their scoreless draw against FC Cincinnati last weekend and are now battling with Cincinnati for second in the Eastern Conference. Cincinnati is in second going into tonight's league matches with a 16-8-4 record and 52 points. The Crew are in third with a 14-5-8 record and 50 points.