May 3, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco (10) celebrates after scoring a goal in the first half during the game between Orlando City SC and Toronto FC at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Gerry Angus-USA TODAY Sports

After picking up an injury in the second week of the Major League Soccer season, Sebastian Giovinco has returned in style for Toronto FC, scoring five goals in six matches.

It was a disappointing start to 2017 for Toronto FC and Giovinco, as the Italian star missed two consecutive matches and failed to score in the first month of the season. The 2016 runner-ups were also struggling for points as they failed to win in their first four matches.

The reintroduction of Giovinco has sparked a fire in the Toronto FC attack, and it’s working, as the Canadian club have won three consecutive home matches, with Giovinco scoring four of the club’s seven goals during this win streak.

His five goals have come in less than a month and Giovinco has found himself back in the thick of things in the MLS Golden Boot race.

Despite only having one assist, it’s evident that the Italian is having a strong impact on the flow and efficiency of the Toronto attack again in 2017. He’s working well to set up players like Jozy Altidore, as well as create opportunities for himself.

Giovinco leads the MLS in shots and shots on goal. He also holds the third spot in the Audi player index ratings. In just eight appearances he’s managed to open up a 10 shot lead on the rest of the players in that stat category.

Record Breaking Gio

His free kick on April 21st puts him just one behind the all-time free-kick goal leaders in MLS history. With plenty of time for the free kick specialist to score more goals, it’s almost inevitable that he will become the all-time leader.

After coming up short in MLS MVP voting in 2016, Giovinco appears to be on his way to perhaps getting some redemption in 2017. This should certainly be another exciting installment in the Italian star’s MLS career.