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Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke was returned from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas because of what the team calls "significant left hamstring strain" suffered during Tuesday night's game.

Bo Bichette hit a two-run single, David Peterson earned his first victory as a starter this season, and the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 2-1 Thursday to earn a four-game series split.

Alexi Lalas has criticized U.S. soccer players for citing pressure ahead of the World Cup at home. He called them "whiners" at a Fox event and said they have been given everything they need to succeed.

A large statue of soccer great Pelé has been unveiled in the Mexican city of Guadalajara to commemorate his achievements with the Brazilian national team.

Super Bowl champion Kurt Warner is finally getting into Northern Iowa's athletic hall of fame. The honor comes nine years after he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall.

Anaheim Ducks forward Troy Terry needs hip surgery that could endanger his availability at the start of next season.

New York Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham is relieved that tests did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee.

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar says there are plenty of easy things for his team to correct. The Avs lost 4-2 to Vegas in the opener of the Western Conference Final.

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally won a major trophy with Al-Nassr. The 41-year-old Portugal star scored twice in a 4-1 win over Damac to help Al-Nassr clinch the Saudi Pro League title.

Alexander Rossi hobbled into his Indianapolis 500 media day interview on crutches Thursday. He's still planning to start Sunday's big race.