Reuters Sports News Summary

Martin, who played alongside Caitlin Clark at Iowa, was the 18th overall pick (second round) by the Las Vegas Aces in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Yankees recall All-Star LHP Carlos Rodon The New York Yankees returned left-hander Carlos Rodon from his minor league rehab assignment on Sunday and reinstated him from the 15-day injured list.

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Shane van Gisbergen pulls off stunning comeback at Watkins Glen

NASCAR's road-racing superstar put on a comeback ​for the ages on Sunday afternoon. After a pit stop with 24 laps to go at Watkins ​Glen International, Trackhouse Racing's Shane van Gisbergen amazingly erased a 29-second deficit ‌as ​he chased down leader Ty Gibbs and roared away to win the NASCAR Cup Series' Go Bowling At The Glen in Watkins Glen, N.Y.

Sparks sign Kate Martin to player development contract

Guard Kate Martin signed a development contract with the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday, three days after she was waived by the Golden ‌State Valkyries. Martin, who played alongside Caitlin Clark at Iowa, was the 18th overall pick (second round) by the Las Vegas Aces in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Yankees recall All-Star LHP Carlos Rodon

The New York Yankees returned left-hander Carlos Rodon from his minor league rehab assignment on Sunday and reinstated him from the 15-day injured list. Rodon is expected to make the start on Sunday in Milwaukee as New York attempts to avoid a sweep in the three-game series.

Lottery ‌jackpot: Wizards land No. 1 overall pick in NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards traded for injured veterans Anthony Davis and Trae Young over the winter as part of a plan to turn around one of the league's ‌worst teams. Another crucial piece of the Wizards' plan fell into place during Sunday's NBA draft lottery when they won the first pick in a year when the draft features multiple potential stars.

Knicks F OG Anunoby (hamstring) out for Game 4 vs. Sixers

A day after he appeared on target to play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby was ruled out of Sunday's contest with a right hamstring strain. "He's out for tonight but he's the same thing, he's day-to-day (moving forward)," Knicks head coach Mike ⁠Brown said Sunday.

Dodgers adjust ​pitching staff again, recall RHP Wyatt Mills

The Los Angeles ⁠Dodgers adjusted their pitching staff for the third consecutive day, recalling right-hander Wyatt Mills from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday while returning right-hander Paul Gervase to Triple-A. Mills, 31, is set to make his Dodgers debut after he signed as a free agent with the ⁠club in August upon his release by the Boston Red Sox. Mills was 3-2 with a 3.26 ERA in 14 relief appearances at Oklahoma City this season. He recorded 28 strikeouts versus seven walks over 19 1/3 innings.

Relatives of Mexico's disappeared hold ​Mother's Day protest ahead of World Cup

Thousands of people, led by mothers of those who have disappeared during decades of drug violence, marched in Mexico's capital on Sunday, protesting the violence and impunity plaguing the ⁠country as it prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup. Collectives of mothers of the missing, who march every Mother's Day, called on soccer fans to join them, saying in a statement that "there is nothing to celebrate, because the mothers of Mexico are playing the most difficult ⁠match: ​the one for justice."

Spain's Nico Williams leaves Athletic game with injury ahead of World Cup

Spain's World Cup roster appeared to take another blow when midfielder Nico Williams departed Sunday's La Liga game for Athletic Club with an apparent left leg injury. Williams was replaced in the 36th minute against Valencia with a distraught look on his face. He was later on the bench with a pad on his left hamstring as Valencia finished off ⁠a 1-0 victory.

Phillies' Bryce Harper returns to lineup for finale vs. Rockies

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper returned to the starting lineup in the Sunday's series finale against the visiting Colorado Rockies. Harper apparently is no ⁠worse for wear after he was removed in the first ⁠inning of the Phillies' 9-3 victory over the Rockies on Saturday with what the team labeled as a migraine.

Pistons say Kevin Huerter, Caris LeVert questionable for Game 4

The Detroit Pistons upgraded guard Kevin Huerter to questionable but downgraded fellow guard Caris LeVert to questionable ahead of Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday. Huerter (adductor) made brief ‌appearances in four games during the ‌first round against the Orlando Magic, posting six points, six assists, five rebounds and two steals across 42 total minutes. ​He has yet to play in the semifinals.