The Colorado Rapids are shifting their philosophy after going through a front office and technical staff overhaul, and that change is spreading to the field as well after the club announced the signing of Colombian attacking midfielder Jaime Castrillon from Independiente Medellin.

FC Dallas has emerged from its offseason slumber in a big way.

The club signed Panama striker Blas Perez and young Colombian defender Hernan Pertuz on Tuesday, addressing two areas of need with international-caliber talent. Neither deal was classified as a Designated Player signing according to a team release.

Derbies are, by nature, torrid affairs. Some might say the same of most South American games, which is rather complimentary.

Combine the two and you're in for a barnstorming day of good viewing...from afar.

Colombia, however, just might take the cake: no minors, no identifying team colors.