New In The Phoenix: Mayoral Contender Power Rankings

Two years out from the 2009 Boston mayoral vote, I take a look at whether there's any chance of someone other than Tom Menino winning that election -- and rank the 40 Bostonians with the best shot at it. My top five: 1) Michael Flaherty, 2) Ralph Martin, 3) John Tobin, 4) Chris Gabrieli, 5) Steve Lynch.

It's in this week's Phoenix, out tomorrow but online now:

Menino's Hit List: 40 potential candidates for the 2009 election who could take on the mayor — if they have the courage.