With the MLS transfer window opening Thursday, ESPN looks back at some of the best and worst big-money signings in league history.

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The Philadelphia Union tries to stay near the top of the Eastern Conference on Saturday when they get ready to host the Colorado Rapids.

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano will be without stars Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba vs. FC Cincinnati after MLS opted on Friday to issue each a one-game suspension for skipping the MLS All-Star Game.

Five good teams have a shot at topping the Eastern Conference, and the Union might be the favorite. Plus a look at the start of the summer transfer window, and Tai Baribo's hopes for a new contract.

Nashville really had to grind against Toronto FC this past Saturday, pulling out a 1-0 win at home. The team from the Music City has won six of its last seven league matches, picking up points in 14 of its last 15. Their last defeat in MLS play came all the way back in April.

The stars will each get a one-game suspension for skipping the All-Star Game despite their heavy workload this summer