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Power Rankings: Week 22

Jackson (left) and FC Dallas have surged into the No. 2 spot in this week's Power Rankings after a scoreless draw in Columbus.

What were you doing on May 20? Too long ago to remember? It seems like a lifetime ago for FC Dallas, who have reeled off a 12-game unbeaten streak since they lost way back when. They're at No. 2 this week after a scoreless draw in Columbus, while RSL hold down the top spot and LA plummet to their lowest ranking this year.

<strong>Rank</strong>
<strong>Last</strong>
<strong>Club</strong>
<strong>Comment</strong>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>1</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>1</strong></span>
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<p>Instant classic in Mexico City makes us love the champs even more.</p><p><strong>(11-4-7, 40 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to Cruz Azul, 5-4 (CCL) [<a href="http://www.concacafchampions.com/page/CL/Video/HighlightsDetail2/0,,12856%7E2134888,00.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>], Tied TFC, 0-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8201" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday vs. NY</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>2</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>4</strong></span>
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<p>Unbeatenin 12 straight, Hoops' last loss was in May. We'd say be afraid.</p><p><strong>(9-2-10, 37 pts.) Last:</strong> Tied CLB, 0-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8165" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday vs. TFC</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>3</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>3</strong></span>
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<p>Emilio Renteria has earned himself a starting spot. Crew were bereft of attacking ideas without him.</p><p>(<strong>12-5-5, 41 pts.) Last:</strong> Tied FCD, 0-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8165" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Wednesday at DCU (USOC), Saturday at DCU</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>4</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>5</strong></span>
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<p>Thierry Henry and Rafa Márquez have made an impact, but Dane Richards is making the difference.</p><p><strong>(11-7-4, 37 pts.) Last:</strong> Beat SJ, 2-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8206" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday at RSL</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>5</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>2</strong></span>
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<p>Mt. Buddle has only one goal in last four games – dormant much like LA's offense.</p><p><strong>(13-5-4, 43 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to KC, 2-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8238" target="_blank">WATCH</a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday at CHI</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>6</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>6</strong></span>
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<p>Is there a player more critical to his team's success than Fredy Montero? </p><strong>(9-8-5, 32 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to Monterrey, 2-0 (CCL) [<a href="http://www.concacafchampions.com/page/CL/Video/HighlightsDetail2/0,,12856%7E2134891,00.html" target="_blank">WATCH</a>], Beat CHI, 2-1 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8239" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Wednesday vs. CHV (USOC), Saturday at NE<br>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>7</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>10</strong></span>
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<p>Even without Pickens and Clark, the Rapids have enough talent to make a run.</p><p><strong>(8-6-7, 31 pts.) Last:</strong> Beat HOU, 3-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8231" target="_blank">WATCH</a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday vs. CHV</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>8</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>11</strong></span>
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<p>The confidence is back in Kansas City. And having human highight reel Jimmy Nielsen doesn't hurt.</p><p><strong>(7-9-5, 26 pts.) Last: </strong>Beat LA, 2-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8238" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday at PHI</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>9</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>8</strong></span>
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<p>Julian de Guzman can't do it alone for the Reds, and a lack of true wingers is starting to show.</p><strong>(7-8-6, 27 pts.) Last:</strong> Tied RSL, 0-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8201" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday at FCD<br>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>10</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>7</strong></span>
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<p>Geovanni must get his legs under him soon to help the Quakes make a push.</p><p><strong>(8-7-5, 29 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to NY, 2-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8206" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Sunday at HOU</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>11</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>9</strong></span>
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<p>The last-minute loss to Seattle wasn't an isolated case. The Fire need learn how to close out a match.</p><p><strong>(6-7-6, 24 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to SEA, 2-1&nbsp; [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8239" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday vs LA</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>12</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>14</strong></span>
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<p>Jack Mac for president! Teen's wonder-volley vs. Revs is perhaps Union's goal of the year.</p><p><strong>(5-11-5, 20 pts.) Last:</strong> Beat NE, 2-1 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8205" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Saturday vs KC</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>13</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>13</strong></span>
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<p>The Revs are realistically struggling to score more than one goal per game.</p><p><strong>(6-12-3, 21 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to PHI, 2-1 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8205" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Wednesday vs. Morelia (SLiga), Saturday vs. SEA</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>14</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>12</strong></span>
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<p>Consider the Colorado loss the low point for Kinnear &amp; Co. It can only get better, can't it?</p><p><strong>(6-11-5, 23 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to COL, 3-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8231" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Sunday vs. SJ</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>15</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>15</strong></span>
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<p>The Goats need more from Giancarlo Maldonado, especially as they head to the Pacific Northwest.</p><p><strong>(6-11-4, 22 pts.) Last:</strong> Beat DCU, 1-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8256" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next: </strong>Wednesday at SEA (USOC), Saturday at COL</p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>16</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>16</strong></span>
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<p>All of Ben Olsen's eggs are in the US Open Cup basket. Can they somehow salvage the season?</p><p><strong>(4-15-3, 15 pts.) Last:</strong> Lost to CHV, 1-0 [<a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/videos?catid=1822&amp;id=8256" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">WATCH</span></a>] <strong>Next:</strong> Wednesday vs. CLB (USOC), Saturday vs. CLB</p>