Tarbell ready to keep the Crew’s defensive success alive

Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports During the press conference following Columbus Crew SC’s 1-0 victory against Atlanta United on Tuesday, head coach Caleb Porter said that goalkeeper Eloy Room, who’s currently dealing with a hamstring injury, likely won’t be ready to return to the team next Tuesday, when the Black & Gold face Minnesota United in the Round of 16 of the MLS is Back Tournament, in Orlando.

The news that could have created panic among Black & Gold fans didn’t have nearly the same impact, even though Room’s contribution to the team’s recent form has been undeniable. That was, for the most part, because backup goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell left a very positive impression against…