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AJ Styles is more than just the face that runs the place on SmackDown Live. This week he grabs the No. 1 spot in the ESPN WWE Power Rankings, after a tremendous two-week stretch in which he won the most prestigious championship in the world of wrestling at Backlash and backed it up with two strong showings on SmackDown Live with Dean Ambrose and a returning John Cena.The top three this week have all tasted the top spot, each has an argument to make when it comes to the top spot and each seems likely to compete for that position for weeks, months and probably years to come.With an eye toward establishing how the superstars of Raw and SmackDown Live stand after the first SmackDown Live-exclusive pay-per-view and leading into Raws debut effort in that realm, five ESPN WWE writers -- Brian Campbell, Peter Rosenberg, Arash Markazi, Tim Fiorvanti and Sean Coyle -- each ranked the talents they deem to present the most value to WWEs on-screen product.Heres our latest top 10.Order has been restored as the best wrestler in the company now holds the WWE world championship after his win at Backlash. Hes involved in arguably the most interesting storyline going with two of the biggest stars in the company heading into No Mercy. (Markazi)Owens ability to get over as a classic heel after a long career on the independent scene is everything that is right with pro wrestling at the moment. Hes flawless on the microphone, and tells a heck of a story inside the ring. (Campbell)As he transitions with a face turn that should better suit his characters move set, Rollins is showcasing the full spectrum of his versatility -- making it hard to imagine a scenario in which he would fall out of the top 5 for years to come. (Campbell)The Miz is in the midst of a career renaissance that has completely rejuvenated his run as Intercontinental champion and made him one of the undeniable top stars of SmackDown Live. At 171 days and counting, the Miz is doing some of the best work of his career and, best of all, he has one of the most intriguing rivalries in wrestling going on with general manager?Daniel Bryan.?(Fiorvanti)Despite dropping the WWE world championship to Styles, Ambrose still has a lot to offer. Hes one of the more unique performers in the WWE, and chasing the championship will add an interesting element to his journey; its already added an edge to what hes doing thats been clearly visible in his confrontations with Styles and Cena. Ambrose never really had the chance to chase his most recent championship after cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase the same night he won it. (Coyle)Despite a little confusion as to her relationship with?Dana Brooke, Charlotte is one of the strongest assets that Raw has on its roster. She is one of the best heels in the WWE, and with two strong (and popular) contenders vying for?her Raw womens championship Sunday, the match with?Bayley?and?Sasha Banks?should stand out as one of the best of the night at Clash of Champions.?(Fiorvanti)It didnt take long for Cena to regain a spot in the top 10, and his recent performances on SmackDown Live certainly merit that appearance. From his SummerSlam classic with Styles to his fiery return against both Styles and Ambrose a couple of weeks ago, Cena has done what seemed impossible in the past few years -- hes getting cheered by a significantly larger portion of the crowd. Ignore the John Cena sucks singalong to his entrance theme -- at this point its almost become a term of endearment. (Fiorvanti)He might not be the guy currently, but hes still a top guy in the main event picture who consistently gives the fans quality matches. Reigns has the look, the athleticism and the ability to generate thunderous responses from the audience. Well see how his feud with?Rusev?ends (if it does) at Clash of Champions, but it wouldnt be surprising to see Reigns in a proper WWE Universal championship feud in the near future after his?victory against Owens on Raw. (Coyle)Say what you want about him, but no one is better on the mic than Jericho right now, and no one adds as much comic relief to Raw every single Monday night. His new list will likely grow to include countless stupid idiots and grievances that could potentially surpass even his list of 1,004 holds in length. Drink it in man! (Markazi)Admittedly, The New Days current feud with?Luke Gallows?and?Karl Anderson?has been underwhelming, but the trio is still entertaining and all of them can work. Perhaps a title switch to Gallows and Anderson would be the?perfect?recipe in switching up the routine a bit. Despite any recent shortcomings, they are the most enjoyable team to watch on either brand, and have been for their nearly 400-day reign as tag team champions. (Coyle)Dropped from rankings:?Heath Slater?(9th),?Bayley?(10th)Honorable mention:?Becky Lynch, Rusev, Ziggler Roquan Smith Womens Jersey . -- Aaron Murray threw for 408 yards and three touchdowns, ran for another score, and led No. Richard Dent Jersey . According to a report from the Winnipeg Free Press, the Bombers will name Acting GM Kyle Walters to the post full time. http://www.chicagobearfootballauthentic.com/authentic-jim-mcmahon-bears-jersey/ . -- Most satisfying to Russ Smith about No. Devin Hester Youth Jersey . Ryan Garbutt had a goal and two assists as Dallas snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night. Gale Sayers Jersey . Q: Team Canada announces their Olympic roster three weeks from today. Who is general manager Steve Yzerman watching? LeBrun: Over the last 48 hours, hes taken in the home-and-home between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche with Jamie Benn and Matt Duchene being the obvious targets. SAN FRANCISCO -- Braves starter Mike Foltynewicz gave up a homer to Brandon Crawford to lead off the second inning, then got three straight outs on 12 pitches.The 24-year-old right-hander with electric stuff is growing up quickly, and its already paying dividends for Atlanta.Matt Kemp hit a three-run homer and Foltynewicz pitched 7 2/3 strong innings, leading the Braves over the San Francisco Giants 3-1 on Saturday night.Foltynewicz (7-4) struck out six and allowed five hits and a walk for just his second quality start in eight games.Best one of the year I would think, said Braves interim manager Brian Snitker. I thought he kept everything together really well.His only mistake came when Crawford socked an 0-1 fastball for his 12th homer. Crawford also doubled.A couple of starts before that, I might have gotten a little upset after that, maybe the next guy wouldve been walked, Foltynewicz said. I just kept the same game plan and didnt shy away from anything.San Francisco fell to 13-26 since the All-Star break, the worst record in the majors over that stretch. The Giants were seeking their first three-game winning streak since winning four in a row just before the break.The Giants fell two games behind the Dodgers for first in the NL West. Los Angeles beat the Chicago Cubs 3-2 earlier Saturday.Kemp homered in the fourth to make it 3-1 against emergency starter Albert Suarez (3-2). Suarez was called up from Triple-A Sacramento to start in place of Jake Peavy, who went on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain.For the first three innings all his pitches were crisp and hitting their spots, Giants manager Bruce Bochy said of Suarez. The pitch hed like back would the one to Kemp. It got away from him. That three-run homer was the difference in the game and our (bullpen) did a great job to hold them there.Kemps homer helped settle the young Braves pitcher.It was hit well, Foltynewicz said. I think at that point when he hit tthat home run, thats all I needed.ddddddddddddThe last-place Braves had lost 12 of 16 going into Saturday.The Giants were 0 for 8 with runners in scoring position.Jim Johnson pitched a perfect ninth for his 13th save.SCORELESS STREAK SNAPPEDPrior to Kemps homer, the Giants had thrown 25 consecutive scoreless innings going back to the fifth inning of a 1-0 loss to the Dodgers on Wednesday.TRAINERS ROOMBraves: RHP Chris Withrow, on the DL with right elbow inflammation, started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnet on Thursday and is on track to return the team by Sept. 1, interim manager Brian Snitker said.Giants: 1B Brandon Belt was a late scratch with neck tightness. Belt struck out pinch-hitting in the eighth inning. INF Conor Gillaspie replaced Belt at first. ... Peavys move to the DL is retroactive to Aug. 21. Peavy underwent an MRI on Saturday, the results of which werent immediately known, manager Bruce Bochy said. ... OF Hunter Pence also underwent an MRI on Saturday for his strained right hamstring. Bochy said Pence is day to day and he expects Pence to return to the lineup on Tuesday in Arizona. ... RHP Matt Cain, who went on the DL on Aug. 18 with a lower back strain, was scheduled to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Saturday. Hes expected to slot into the fifth spot in the rotation the next time it comes up on Sept. 2.UP NEXTBraves: RHP Aaron Blair was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnet to pitch the series finale in San Francisco. Blair is 0-5 with a 7.99 ERA in 11 starts with the Braves.Giants: Since the All-Star break, LHP Madison Bumgarner is 2-4 with a 3.71 ERA and four quality starts in eight outings. Bumgarner gave up a season-high five earned runs in five innings against the Dodgers last time out. Hes 6-0 with a 1.75 ERA in his last seven starts against the Braves. ' ' '