MLS Player Power Rankings: Who is the best player right now?

Mar 18, 2017; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri (8) celebrates after scoring a penalty kick during the first half in a game against the Houston Dynamo at Providence Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

2. Diego Valeri – Portland Timbers

What more can be said about the versatile midfielder. He’s formed a solid trio with Sebastian Blanco and Fanendo Adi. Diego has four goals on the season and has bagged a couple assists, while also helping Portland to a 3-0 start to the season. He’s scoring at a 1.38 goals per 90 minutes pace. Look for Valeri to continue to produce at this rate and help keep the Timbers near the top.

Mar 18, 2017;Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) celebrates a goal against the Chicago Fire in the second half at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Historic Grant Field. Atlanta United FC won 4-0. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

1. Josef Martinez – Atlanta United

The best player in the MLS right now, no doubt. He’s got all the talent in the world and just signed a permanent deal with Atlanta. Most noteworthy, though are the five goals he’s scored through the first three games of the season. Scoring at a 1.72 goals per 90 minute pace right now, and helping Atlanta win games.

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