Kara Lang has been named Canadas first Official Ambassador for the 2015 FIFA Womens World Cup in Canada. "I am thrilled to be taking part in the FIFA U-20 Womens World Cup Canada 2014 and FIFA Womens World Cup Canada 2015 as an Official Ambassador,” said Lang, 27, in a release. “As a player, I know the importance of international competition towards the growth of the game. As a fan, I am tremendously excited Canada has this opportunity to welcome the world. I am proud to have this unique opportunity to demonstrate our distinctive Canadian hospitality as we host national teams and fans from coast to coast across our great country." The Oakville, Ontario native was capped 92 times by Canada and participated in two World Cups. Her 34 goals are good for fourth-most all-time for Canada. "Kara Lang was a natural choice as the first Official Ambassador for the FIFA Womens World Cup Canada 2015,” said Canadian Soccer Association president Victor Montagliani in a release. “A game changer for the sport in Canada, the FIFA Womens World Cup provides an opportunity to engage Canadians from all corners of our vast nation, creating opportunities for lifelong sport and establishing a new era in the womens game. Kara is an excellent example of someone who has worked tremendously hard to achieve soccer success. She embodies the spirit of what we are trying to achieve here in Canada as we host a celebration uniting the nations from around the world." The CSA says other Official Ambassadors will be named in the coming months. Nike Air Max Sale Nederland . Grilli hasnt pitched since straining his left oblique in late April. 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He struck out at least 12 for the fifth time in his career and won his second consecutive decision. "I feel great, like I had pretty good command," Liriano said. "I feel great physically and mentally. Everything is getting better, location-wise. Im just trying to get better every start." He finished three strikeouts shy of his career-best of 15. "I got a lot of swings and misses," said Liriano, who has allowed only 17 earned runs in his last 69 innings, dating to July 18. Mark Melancon allowed one of two runners left by Jared Hughes to score in the ninth, but earned his 29th save in 33 opportunities. Philadelphia starter A.J. Burnett (8-16) allowed four runs and six hits in six innings. Burnett, a member of the Pirates rotation last season, also was impressed by his former teammate Liriano. "Thats the best Ive seen him in a long time," he said. 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