The tiny pitch invader's cameo was followed by a five-goal outburst from the Whitecaps - including four from red-hot striker Brian White - in a 5-1 rout.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Brian White leads the way. Vancouver Whitecaps FC stayed atop the Supporters' Shield standings thanks to White's four-goal outburst that paced Saturday's 5-1 rout of Austin FC at BC Place.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

Of all the teams expected to swing big ahead of the soon-to-close MLS Primary Transfer Window on April 23, the Columbus Crew were arguably top of the list.