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TORONTO - They did not arrive with the hoopla of some of Toronto FCs off-season signings, but Luke Moore, Collen Warner and Dominic Oduro bring a smile to manager Ryan Nelsens face. "They are three brilliant trades," Nelsen said. "Those players have elevated us as a team to probably a next level. "We might not see that until four or five more games, but I think some of the quality of our play has been very good. You see it in training, see the levels have just got so much better and better." For Nelsen, no matter how good your designated players are — and with striker Jermain Defoe and midfielder Michael Bradley, Toronto has two excellent ones while the verdict is still out on Brazil forward Gilberto — a talented supporting cast is essential. A chock-a-block July schedule should allow Moore, Warner and Oduro to bed in with TFC. Toronto (6-5-3) has played two games already this month and has five more league games and a high-profile friendly with Tottenham left in July. Next up are the 5-10-3 Houston Dynamo, who visit BMO Field on tonight. The two meet again July 19 in Houston. The six points on offer are especially valuable given Toronto, despite having played four fewer games, holds a slim three-point edge over Houston in the Eastern Conference standings. Unlike Toronto, the Dynamo are enjoying a leisurely schedule in July with just four games. But Houston has been suspect on the road with a 1-7-1 record this season, scoring five goals while conceding 20. Thats two more than Toronto has in 14 games home and away. And Houston ranks worst in the league in goals allowed, averaging 1.89 a game. Toronto will likely have to make do Saturday without Bradley, who wanted to play immediately upon his return from the World Cup. Nelsen started the U.S. international last week, moving Bradley farther up the field in a revamped formation. "I look back and regret it," Nelsen said. "I tried to play Michael ahead of Brad (Orr) and Warner, more to save his legs. But after abound five minutes when he picked the ball off the centre-backs and was behind the centre-backs and started players, he just ended up going to what he knows and it kind of got us out of sync. "Too many guys doing very similar jobs. We changed it in the second half and it was more like us." Nelsen replaced Orr with Oduro at halftime and put Jonathan Osorio on for Bradley after 61 minutes. Nelsen kept Bradley out of training this week, allowing him to recover from a variety of niggling injuries and its expected the American star will watch from the sidelines Saturday. Orr will likely start in his place alongside Warner. On the plus side, Gilberto has returned to training from a hip flexor and is eligible for selection. The Brazilian will likely start on the bench with Moore partnering Defoe. "Me and JD, we enjoy playing with each other," said Moore. "We have good understanding on the pitch." The Dynamo have suffered in midfield from an injury to Ricardo Clark (concussion) and the World Cup absences of American Brad Davis and Honduran Boniek Garcia. All three were back for last weeks 2-2 draw with the New York Red Bulls, with Davis converting an 82nd-minute penalty to secure the tie. Houston has not won a league game since a 1-0 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy on May 17. The Dynamo are winless in six since — a 1-5 stretch that has seen them outscored 15-2. "Their position in the table probably doesnt really resemble the quality in their squad," said Nelsen. "I think theyll make a typical Houston run (in the second half of the season). Its when youre in these ruts, how can you get out of them? And theyre in one and they just cant seem to get a win." For Toronto, the game is a chance to put last weeks 2-1 loss to D.C. United behind it. That defeat turned a six-game unbeaten streak into a three-game winless string. "We let one slip against D.C.," said Nelsen. Now is the time to start turning games in hand into points. Moore, Warner and Oduro will play their part in that endeavour. Moore has three goals in seven games since joining Toronto from the Colorado Rapids on May 8 for defender Gale Agbossoumonde. "Hes been brilliant," Nelsen said of Moore. "I thought he was really good in the New York game (a 2-2 tie June 27) but I think hes just got better and better. Now hes playing with Jermain a lot, their understandings really good. And that second half against D.C. (United), nobody could get near those two. They were very good." Moore turned heads at an early age. He made his Premier League debut at 18 with Aston Villa and scored his first Villa hat trick at 19. Moore went on to play for West Bromwich Albion, Derby County, Swansea City and Turkeys Elazigspor before coming to MLS. Captain Steven Caldwell, who played against Moore in England, points to the strikers skills in holding up the ball. "Hes got a lovely touch and brings people into the game. Nice turns. A very elegant player." Added Nelsen: "His feet and vision are fantastic." That works well with Defoe, who uses his speed and vision to separate from defenders. Warner arrived May 16 from the Montreal Impact in exchange for Canadian international midfielder Issey Nakajima-Farran and allocation money. Hes expected to play a key role in midfield, allowing Bradley to move forward as needed. "Hes been absolutely outstanding since hes come here, I think you can see his quality on the park," said Caldwell. "Hes obviously a combative midfielder with passing range and very good feet on him." Warner, a 26-year-old from Denver, now has a home in Toronto, taking over Ryan Richters place after the fullback was loaned to Ottawa Fury FC. Oduro came from Columbus on June 6 in exchange for Spanish midfielder Alvaro Rey. He provides pace on the flank, a scoring threat who can also play up front. 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Rickie Fowler celebrates with Jordan Spieth after matching the ace of Justin Thomas at the fourth It was a really funny, light-hearted interview at the end of a great day for them. Justin and Rickie both had a hole in one on the fourth, the day after Jordan had hosted the traditional Champions Dinner at Augusta, so they all enjoyed time in the spotlight in the Masters build-up.Their reaction to the aces when we watched them on the monitor was memorable, and its always nice to be able to chat to the defending Masters champion the day before the tournament starts.Anything unexpected?I felt a little for Tom Watson when he arrived with Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player. He started to walk off when they got to me and it was as if he felt he didnt quite belong in that group. Obviously it was a little awkward for him filling in for Arnold Palmer, and the big moment of their day was Garys hole in one at the seventh. Jack had one last year, so Tom was the only member of that trio without an Augusta ace. Tom Watson filled in for Arnold Palmer and played with Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player in the Par 3 tournament It was an unexpected scenario, and I felt sorry for Tom afterwards. I felt like I had alienated him a little bit, although jokingly, and Im sure he wont lose any sleep over it!Apart from Danny Willetts victory, what was the best story of the week?Id have to say Bryson DeChambeau. I think hes a real star of the future - I like his style, and the fact he brings something extra to golf with his scientific set-up. Hes also a traditionalist who obviously has enormous respect for the history and etiquette of the game, thats refreshing to see in someone so young. Bryson DeChambeau provided one of the best stories at Augusta He played really well during the week and thoroughly deserved his visit to the Butler Cabin on Sunday after finishing as leading amateur. And what a start he made to his professional career - tied for fourth at the RBC Heritage, thats a huge achievement.Any significant differences at Augusta this year?The most significant difference at Augusta this year was definitely the weather. It was much more chilly than in recent years, and even when weve had some adverse weather in the past, there have still been a couple of days where youre sweltering on the studio floor or at my interview area on the par 3 course. It was much cooler and more blustery at the Masters this year This year the weather was reasonably consistent, but chilly each day and a lot of people likened it to an average English summer rather than traditionall Augusta heat and humidity.dddddddddddd And it was quite breezy as well, which was reflected in the scoring over the first three days.What were the most shocking Masters moments?I was shocked when I saw Ernie Els taking six putts on the very first hole of his tournament. I felt so bad for him, and he also missed short putts on 17 and 18, so to get round in 80 was actually a pretty good effort considering he started with a nine!That was one of the big talking points and, of course, the other significant moment in the tournament was Jordan Spieth making that seven at the 12th on Sunday. My dad said the winner will be the one that holds his nerve on the back nine in the final round, and he was exactly right. Jordans nerve deserted him for a moment, but Danny Willetts resolve survived the ultimate test over the last couple of hours - he was the man of steel this year. Jordan Spieth saw his five-shot lead disappear in the space of three holes on Sunday Nobody could have predicted Jordans downfall at the 12th. He was not quite on top of his game all week, but his sheer determination allied with his incredible putting skills kept him in front for three and a half days. The pressure got to him at the most famous par-three in golf, although he did well to drag himself back into it with birdies at 13 and 15. But he left himself with too much to do.And the good?The three holes in one at the 16th on Sunday was a new Masters record, and it really got the crowd going for what would prove to be a memorable final day. Shane Lowry was the first to celebrate, then Davis Love III emulated the Irishman. Louis Oosthuizens ace at the 16th was incredible, and the third of the day on that hole But the best of the bunch was Louis Oosthuizens ace, which was just incredible. The way his ball knocked JB Holmes out of the way before dropping into the cup? Im not sure Ive ever seen anything quite like that before.How good a week was it for Europe?I was very proud to see five Englishmen in the top 10, and there were nine Europeans in the top 21 overall. But if you break down the leaderboard by nationality, it is abundantly clear that this years Masters was a brilliant showcase for global golf. Masters champion Danny Willett and Lee Westwood led an impressive English challenge As well as the strong showing from Europe, we had Hideki Matsuyama and Kiradech Aphibarnrat generating interest in Asia, Emiliano Grillo and 2009 champion Angel Cabrera flew the flag for Argentina and both finished in the top 25, Jason Day was the top Aussie and Danny Lees tie for 17th was great for New Zealand golf.And, of course, having all those English and European golfers at the top end of the leaderboard was a huge boost for the Ryder Cup later this year. Darren Clarke would have been delighted to see so many of his prospective players performing so well on such a big stage, and he is certain to have a vast array of talent - both raw and experienced - on his team at Hazeltine. 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