After the 2021 season where the Columbus Crew missed out on the MLS Cup playoffs, the Black & Gold made a number of personnel decisions. One of those decisions was not retaining the services of forward Erik Hurtado.
On Thursday, Columbus announced that Hurtado is returning to Columbus for the 2022 season. The 10-year MLS veteran signed through the upcoming season with an option for 2023.
Speculation of Hurtado’s involvement with the Crew in 2022 began Wednesday. The Black & Gold’s official Twitter account posted a picture from training after an in-team competition.