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After Tuzos tumble, Tigres now undisputed No. 1

By Thomas Buckley

Andre-Pierre Gignac and the Tigres are 8-1-0 in their past nine Liga MX games helping them climb into first place. (Photo by Azael Rodriguez/Getty Images)
Andre-Pierre Gignac and the Tigres are 8-1-0 in their past nine Liga MX games helping them climb into first place. (Photo by Azael Rodriguez/Getty Images) /
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Harold Preciado and Santos knocked Pachuca out of first place with a 2-1 win as they continue their climb out of the Liga MX basement. (Photo by Armando Marin/Jam Media/Getty Images) /

These clubs could make noise in the playoffs

5. Puebla (–2)

The Camoteros are now winless in three straight after opening the Clausura on a 6-3-0 run. “La Franja” still has time to claim a Top 4 spot and a bye in the Liga MX playoffs, but Nicolás Larcamón must quickly figure out what ails his side.

6. Santos Laguna (+2)

The Guerreros are playing like gangbusters under interim coach Eduardo Fentanes who has guided “Los VerdiBlancos” out of the depths into playoff contention. “Los Laguneros” smothered league-leading Pachuca and got solid play off the bench as well.

7. Monterrey (—)

The Rayados have not played since March 19 but they have seven games this month so Víctor Manuel Vucetich will have to use his entire line-up (and his team boasts the biggest payroll in Liga MX, so he has plenty of talent on hand). With two games in hand, these guys could easily climb into the Top 4.

8. León (–2)

The Esmeraldas continue to struggle under Ariel Holan, seemingly unable to find an identity. The transition from the smooth, flowing style implanted by Ignacio Ambriz has been disjointed, but having a healthy Luis Montes in midfield could reignite this offense.

9. América (+1)

The Aguilas appear poised to make a late run up the standings and if they figure out how to put the ball in the net, they will be dangerous in the playoffs. However, the latest injury to central defender Bruno Valdez is a concern. He returned to the line-up after a lengthy absence only to limp off before halftime with an ankle injury

10. Guadalajara (–1)

The Chivas will have to overachieve if they have any intention of being anything more than a wildcard team. Their roster depth is questionable and they close out the Liga MX season with six games in 21 days beginning on Saturday in Toluca.

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