Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: Play the kids, but within reason

Robin Fraser has to strike the right balance between youth and experience in Toronto FC's lineups for the rest of the year.

John Molinaro

Sep 18, 2025 — 7 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as it prepares for its road match vs. the Columbus Crew on Saturday (7:30 p.m. ET/Apple TV).

Note: I will be at Lower.com Field in Columbus to cover Saturday's game, so be sure to visit TFC Republic all weekend in order to check out our special on-site coverage.

Is Toronto FC's glass half full or is it half empty?

It was only a matter of time before it was going to happen, but last Saturday's 1-1 stalemate away to the New England Revolution officially knocked Toronto FC out of playoff contention.

A 75th-minute goal by Theo Corbeanu (his team-leading sixth of the season) gave TFC the lead before an equalizer in the final minute of regulation time allowed the Revs to take a share of the points on offer at Gillette Stadium.

TFC 2 teenager Stefan Kapor one to watch for the future

In this 1-on-1 interview, Kapor talks about his experience as a teenager in MLS NEXT Pro, his career aspirations, and much more.

Has TFC's Richie Laryea become a World Cup starter for Canada?

"It's no surprise that Richie's rise has coincided with the rise of the Canadian national team," Toronto FC coach Robin Fraser said.

Toronto FC: 4 stories to watch this week

TFC could be facing a fresh round of injury concerns ahead of this weekend's road game vs. the Columbus Crew.

TFC Talk: How should Reds approach rest of the season?

Beat reporter James Grossi discusses Toronto FC's playoff elimination and looks ahead to the final stretch of the campaign.