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Power Rankings: Week 17

July 28, 2010
MLSsoccer.com

For those who missed the Los Angeles Galaxy's stunning CCL loss to Puerto Rico on Tuesday, you missed the end of an era. At least, as far as the Power Rankings are concerned. The Galaxy's 15-week run atop our list comes to an end, with perennial bridesmaid Columbus now the apple of our eye.

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Last
Club
Comment
1 3

Believe it or not, this is the Crew's first week this season atop the poll. But how long can they stay?

Last: Beat HOU, 3-0 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at CHV
2 1

Less than impressive showings against the Quakes and Puerto Rico told us the Galaxy's cracks are showing.

Last: Lost to PRI, 4-1 (Champions League), tied SJ, 2-2
[WATCH]
Next: Sunday vs. CHI
3 2

A draw in Toronto is still admirable for FCD, who have lost just once in seven matches all-time up north.

Last: Tied TFC, 1-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at COL
4 4

Grabavoy's blast ensures the the Goal of the Year ballot will indeed include the name Ned.

Last: Tied CHV, 1-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs DCU
5 5

The PATH train never sounded so exciting, now that Thierry Henry is just a regular commuter.

Last: Beat Man City, 2-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at HOU
6 8

Bigger disappointment: Convey's original All-Star snub or losing that lead to the Galaxy?

Last: Tied LA, 2-2 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. SEA
7 7

Preki's upset with TFC's scoring woes, and should be. The Reds are in precarious spot with Motagua.

Last: Beat Motagua, 1-0 (Champions League), tied FCD 1-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at KC
8 6

Colorado earned the dubious distinction of the first Western Conference side to lose to Seattle this season.

Last: Lost to SEA, 2-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. FCD
9 10

Freddie who? Blaise Nkufo could be about to change the way Fredy Montero and Seattle play.

Last: Beat COL, 2-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at SJ
10 15

Cheers to the Wizards and Kansas City. The atmopshere and result against Man Utd. were priceless.

Last: Beat Man Utd., 2-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. COL
11 11

An admirable outing against Man Utd. showed just how far Nowak's crew has come.

Last: Lost to Man Utd., 1-0 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. NE
12 12

Steve Ralston to the Dynamo? Even as a coach, it just doesn't feel right.

Last: Beat Morelia, 1-0 (SuperLiga), July 20 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at PHI
13 13

The possible reason for Justin Mapp's struggles? Three coaches since Dave Sarachan left in 2007.

Last: Beat Pumas, 1-0 (SuperLiga), July 20 [WATCH]
Next: Sunday at LA
14 9

Gulp. The Dynamo plummet the furthest this week after a flop against Columbus.

Last: Lost to CLB, 3-0 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. NY
15 14

The Goats' scheduling gauntlet continues with the Crew at the HDC this weekend.

Last:
Tied RSL, 1-1 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday vs. CLB
16 16

Stat of the year? United have 12 goals in 17 MLS games, but 18 goals in seven non-league games.

Last: Lost to LA, 2-1, July 18 [WATCH]
Next: Saturday at RSL