Since not much changed last week, there was no reason to do a Week 27 update. This week, after some of the big games, I’m back with an update on the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs picture.

With roughly five weeks left in the MLS season, it’s time to look at the playoff picture. This weekend’s games shook up the playoff chase a little, but most of the teams are set. It’ll take some strong performances by the bubble teams to make into the second season. Here’s how things look.