Columbus Crew take the belt

Columbus Crew beat Colorado Rapids 3–0 on the road to start reign 54 of the MLS belt, the 6th for the franchise.

Colorado Rapids had held it since June 25, 1999, with 0 defenses over 8 days.

Columbus Crew held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to D.C. United on July 6, 1999.