It's Monday, MLS action is back, and it's time for ESPN's Power Rankings.

Who looks the strongest? Who's in for a long year? Our writers studied the action from across Matchday 2 to come up with this week's order. Let's dive in.

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1. LAFC

Previous ranking: 1

After a statement win over Miami on opening weekend, LAFC claimed another three points in a 2-0 road win over the Houston Dynamo. Courtesy of long-range efforts from Mark Delgado and Stephen Eustáquio, this LAFC side showed just how many ways they can beat you.

2. Vancouver Whitecaps

Previous ranking: 4

If there was any doubt about which Canadian club was the best in MLS (there wasn't), the 'Caps put it to rest on Saturday in a resounding 3-0 win over Toronto. With Thomas Müller's brace leading the charge, Vancouver looked every bit as good as the team that made MLS Cup last year.

3. San Diego FC

Previous ranking: 3

San Diego cruised to a 2-0 home win over...