The 2013 edition of the Trillium Cup rivalry kicks off on Saturday (5:00 P.M./FOX Sports Ohio) between the Crew and Toronto FC at BMO Field in Toronto. The Black & Gold have owned the rivalry having only been defeated once in 16 meetings since it began with the Reds' expansion into MLS in 2007 and the Trillium Cup started as a bet between the cities' mayors in 2008. The teams have had a similar number of MLS All-Stars and Best XI selections, and though the Crew's large-market competitor has had twice the number of Designated Players, the Ontario side has yet to reach the MLS Cup Playoffs while the Black & Gold have won an MLS Cup and has been to the playoffs four times in the past six seasons.
| CLB | TOR | |
|---|---|---|
| Trillium Cups | 4 | 1 |
| Head-to-Head Record | 8-1-7 | 1-8-7 |
| Head-to-Head Goal Differential | +9 | -9 |
| Overall Record (Pct.) | 84-62-52 (.555) | 46-93-59 (.381) |
| Playoff Appearances | 4 | 0 |
| MLS Cups | 1 | 0 |
| MLS Supporters' Shields | 2 | 0 |
| USOC/Canadian Championships | 0 | 4 |
| MLS All-Stars | 8 | 8 |
| MLS Best XI Selections | 4 | 2 |
| Designated Players | 3 | 6 |
| Homegrown Players | 5 | 7 |
*All stats, 2007-2013
