Columbus plays its first game without Kei Kamara when it hosts Supporters’ Shield leader Colorado on Saturday. The Crew has just nine points, the third fewest in MLS. Two other strugglingEastern Conference teams, D.C. United and NY Red Bulls, kick off the weekend on Friday. First place will be on the line when Montreal hosts Philadelphia on Saturday.

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