Dec 10, 2016; Toronto, Canada; Toronto FC wait during the penalty kicks against Seattle Sounders during the MLS Cup at BMO Field. Seattle defeated Toronto on penalty kicks. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC is coming off their MLS best season in franchise history. Will they be able to replicate that in 2017?

After finally making their first playoff appearance in 2015, Toronto made it back-to-back in 2016. Not only did they make the playoffs, they made a run all the way to the MLS Cup Final.

While they ended up losing in a shootout to Seattle there’s a lot to look forward to. 2017 should be another great year for the Toronto outfit. With Jozy Altidore’s emergence in the postseason. And Sebastian Giovinco playing like his MVP self Toronto should make it three straight playoff appearances.

The additions of Victor Vazquez and Chris Mavinga to the lineup will only make this team better. With Clint Irwin manning the sticks, Drew Moor anchoring the back line, Michael Bradley being the field general, and Seba leading the attack Toronto is ready to conquer the MLS.

Projected XI @ Real Salt Lake

It was an up-and-down year for Real Salt Lake in 2016. But will they be able to stay consistent in 2017 to make a run?

After finishing the regular season in sixth spot with 46 points And qualifying for the playoffs. RSL went on to lose their first game to the LA Galaxy 3-1. Thus ending any chance at a MLS Cup run. There’s no more Javier Morales. While only coming over this off-season, 22 year-old Albert Rusnak will be relied heavily upon. Forward Sebastian Saucedo will be tasked with scoring goals for the Salt Lake City outfit to support Yura.

A more youthful side this time around, look for RSL to use their speed to beat a lot of teams. During the pre-season RSL have looked good and have scored plenty of goals. While fans are hoping for this to continue, the back line will be the biggest question mark going into 2017.

Projected XI vs Toronto FC

Four of the last five meetings between the sides have gone to Real Salt Lake

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Where to Watch:

Canada: TSN1-TSN2-MLS LIVE

USA/Salt Lake: KMYU-ESPN 700-MLS LIVE