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Denver Outlaws Claim PLL Power Rankings Top Spot Ahead of Week 4

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Denver Outlaws sit atop the PLL Power Rankings entering Week 4 despite not holding the best record. The Outlaws delivered a statement win over New York Atlas 16-9, erupting for 11-2 second-half dominance in a rematch of last year's championship. Their Tewaaraton-winning attack trio of Logan Wisnauskas, Jared Bernhardt and Brennan O'Neil combined for 11 goals, overwhelming Atlas after trailing 7-5 at halftime.

Maryland Whipsnakes rank second at 3-1, fresh off victories over Boston and Utah. Syracuse rookie Joey Spallina impressed with five points in his debut, joining forces with veterans Rob Pannell and TJ Malone. Six rookies dressed each night for coach Jim Stagnitta's squad, which has a bye this week before facing Atlas on June 20.

Carolina Chaos climbed to 2-1 after edging Philadelphia 10-8, with goalie Blaze Riorden stopping 64% of shots. Princeton rookie Chad Palumbo scored his first career goal to seal the win. Meanwhile, Philadelphia's midfield managed just one goal in the loss, potentially prompting changes from coach Bill Tierney.

Boston and Utah round out the bottom half, both seeking offensive solutions. The Cannons dropped to 1-2 after a 17-10 loss to Maryland, while Utah's offense vanished in an 8-5 defeat. Denver's explosive performance positions them as the clear title favorite this summer.