The MLS Disciplinary Committee faces an unprecedented chore in responding to the on-field violence following NYCFC’s 3-2 win at Toronto FC. Investigations into the massive brawl will have to include postgame accusations by Toronto coach John Herdman that the acrimony between the teams was fueled by NYCFC coach Nick Cushing punching a 19-year-old Toronto player in the face at halftime of their game on March 16 at Yankee Stadium.

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