The Chicago Fire's new-look roster and recent win over first-place Columbus Crew SC have caught the attention of folks over at MLS HQ, who each week assemble their MLS Power Rankings for all 22 clubs.
Their latest edition has the Fire at a new high-water mark for the young season, slotting the Men In Red at No. 12. Chicago stands one spot behind the New England Revolution, their upcoming opponent this Saturday (April 15) at Toyota Park (4 p.m. CT | TICKETS).
Here's how the architects of the Power Rankings sum up their thoughts on Veljko Paunovic's side:
Schweinsteiger draws the headlines, but it was Dax McCarty's killer through ball that made the difference over the weekend. After two years in the cellar, Chicago are starting to look like a real playoff contender.
Click here to view the complete MLS Power Rankings for Week 6.
