Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Atlanta "kicks the extra point" vs. Revs
Atlanta United ran wild against 9-man guests New England on Wednesday night, chalking up a 7-0 win. Josef Martinez netted a first-half hat trick as the home side moved six points clear of the Eastern Conference playoff line. RECAP | HIGHLIGHTS
The Five Stripes kept hunting for goals until the last minute, claiming they wished to show respect for the game and their opponents by keeping their collective foot on the pedal. READ MORE
Whitecaps reach Western summit
Vancouver stands atop the West with games still in hand following Wednesday night's 3-0 victory over visitors Minnesota United. Brek Shea led the way with a goal and an assist as the home side ran their win streak to three games. RECAP | HIGHLIGHTS
Whitecaps boss Carl Robinson says his side have rounded into a conference title contender thanks to a group of talented young veterans that are giving their all. READ MORE
Injury report: Seba, Altidore, Morris
Supporters' Shield leaders Toronto FC have revealed that both Jozy Altidore and Sebastian Giovinco will be staying home this weekend when they travel to face the LA Galaxy. READ MORE
Meanwhile, Seattle has revealed that Jordan Morris' hamstring injury is bad enough that the recovery period will unfortunately be measured in weeks instead of days. READ MORE
#ScarvesUp in September
As part of the Kick Childhood Cancer campaign, MLS will donate $1 to Children's Oncology Group for all #ScarvesUp posts on Instagram and Twitter for the rest of the month. READ MORE
Gilardino lobbies for Impact deal
Former Italy striker Alberto Gilardino says he wants to earn a deal from his Montreal audition, with the aim of closing his career by scoring plenty of goals for the Impact. READ MORE
Curtin: Youngsters must earn PT
Though his team all but out of the playoff race, Philly Union coach Jim Curtin insists he won't be playing out the string with all his young players. READ MORE
Bradley responds to Lalas barbs
United States skipper Michael Bradley unbothered by the heated criticism recently levied against the team by FOX Soccer analyst and former USMNT star Alexi Lalas. READ MORE
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