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2017 MLS Golden Boot: Who will rise to the top?

By Mark Shannon

May 7, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco (10) shows off the Golden Boot award given to him for being leading scorer in the 2015 MLS season prior to kickoff against FC Dallas at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
May 7, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco (10) shows off the Golden Boot award given to him for being leading scorer in the 2015 MLS season prior to kickoff against FC Dallas at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jul 31, 2016; Kansas City, KS, USA; Portland Timbers forward Fanendo Adi (9) pushes the ball up field against Sporting KC during the first half at Children’s Mercy Park. Mandatory Credit: Peter G. Aiken-USA Today Sports
Jul 31, 2016; Kansas City, KS, USA; Portland Timbers forward Fanendo Adi (9) pushes the ball up field against Sporting KC during the first half at Children’s Mercy Park. Mandatory Credit: Peter G. Aiken-USA Today Sports /

5. Fanendo Adi – Portland Timbers

Adi is one of the best target men in all of the MLS. While he’s a big body, he has great footwork and is great in front of goal. But watch out for the 6’4 Nigerian on corners or crosses because his headers are deadly and he likes to find space.

He’s got 41 goals in 90 appearances for the Timbers, with a goals per game ratio at 0.45. Look for Adi to produce once again for the Timbers. While Portland may struggle this season, he won’t.  Adi will finish with 16 goals this season.

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