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Red Bulls' Bradley Wright-Phillips named MLS Player of the Week

Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

New York Red Bulls striker Bradley Wright-Phillips was one of many who found the back of the net Saturday in a 7-0 decimation of rivals New York City FC at Yankee Stadium.

But the Englishman picked up a Player of the Week nod nonetheless for his brace and individual merits - two assists on the day included - during this now-infamous Hudson River Derby fixture.

His second goal in particular - the Red Bulls' third on the day - was worthy of earning him the accolade.

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