The Columbus Crew has found new scoring options following the loss of Wessam Abou Ali, who is out for the season due to knee surgery. Young midfielder Hugo Picard scored two goals in the Crew's victory over One Knoxville SC in the U.S. Open Cup. Despite the loss, coach Henrik Nydstrom expressed his growing confidence in the team's roster depth. The team's recent victories have helped them prepare for an MLS match against Minnesota United FC on May 2.