With only a few weeks of the MLS regular season to go, NYRB hold the top spot in ESPN's Power Rankings, while Real Salt Lake fade at the wrong time.

1. New York Red Bulls

Record: W20-D5-L7
Week 31 ranking: 1

Bradley Wright-Phillips returned to the Red Bulls lineup and helped aid in the chase for the Supporters Shield with a goal in a 3-1 win over the Quakes in San Jose. New York is peaking at the perfect time.

2. Atlanta United

Record: 20-6-6
Week 31 ranking: 2

Tata Martino's team didn't...

The Red Bulls take top spot from Atlanta, while D.C. United and Seattle Sounders are on the up at the business end of the MLS season.

1. New York Red Bulls

Record: W19-D5-L7
Week 30 ranking: 2

The Red Bulls scored a massive win over Atlanta on Sunday and took over the top spot in the rankings as a result. Without Bradley Wright-Phillips and Tyler Adams, New York still was able to dictate terms and close the gap at the top to a single point.

2. Atlanta United

Record: 19-6-6
Week 30 ranking:...