Who should be considered favorite for MLS MVP?

Which player is the front-runner to win MLS MVP as we reach Round 12, or near one-third, of the season?

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Doug Roberson discusses the merits of Atlanta United's Miguel Almiron, Columbus' Gyasi Zardes and New York Red Bulls' Bradley Wright-Phillips, with a nod to LAFC's Carlos Vela, in this video on the Facebook Live page, Atlanta United News Now.

Look for a story that will post on ajc.com on Saturday, and appear in Sunday’s paper, about Almiron’s development from Year 1 to Year 2.

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In delayed quarterfinal playoff game, Gainesville knocks out top-ranked Hughes

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