Wizards-Crew Preview (AP)

 
A three-game winning streak -- thanks in large part to strong play at home -- has helped the Columbus Crew get off to their best start in 10 years. Columbus looks to remain perfect at Crew Stadium on Saturday night when it hosts the Kansas City Wizards, who are making the third stop on their season-high six-game road trip. [link]

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