SportsLine's Jon Eimer reveals his picks for FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami at Chase Stadium on Saturday with Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba out due to suspension

With MLS' roster rules severely limiting Inter Miami's spending, how have the Herons managed to sign another high-impact -- and high-earning -- friend of Lionel Messi's?

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba have been suspended for Inter Miami's crucial match against FC Cincinnati after missing this week's All-Star Game.

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

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.

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba won't be available when Inter Miami takes on Eastern Conference-leading Cincinnati F Saturday, much to the dismay of team owner Jorge Mas.

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.

Inter Miami will add another one of Lionel Messi's close friends and a third World Cup champion to its roster.

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.

Two teams battling for playoff spots in the Eastern Conference meet up on Friday night, as the Columbus Crew play host to Orlando City.

The annual MLS All-Star Game is here, and they will take on the Liga MX All-Stars for the fourth time. Last year, the Liga MX All-Stars had their first win after defeating the MLS All-Stars 4-1 in Columbus,