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Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen has been sidelined indefinitely by an undisclosed situation that has caused concern within the organization about his well-being.

Monday night doubleheader UNDATED (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have opened their 2016 season by easily winning a road game against a reigning division champion.

Bosox take division lead...Yanks sweep Jays UNDATED (AP) — There's a new leader in the American League East.

Yanks hold off Jays...Red Sox tied for AL East lead...Marlins and Pirates in free falls...4 straight win for Dodgers UNDATED (AP) —There was a thrilling end to the New York Yankees' win over AL East-leading Toronto. Brett Gardner made a leaping catch against the left field wall to rob Justin Smoak with the bases loaded in the ninth to preserve a 7-6 win over the Blue Jays and keep the Yanks' wild

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — Sam Bradford has begun his crash course in the Minnesota Vikings' offense.

NL West-leading Dodgers rally for split at Coors Field...Orioles fading in AL East...Twins losing streak hits 13 UNDATED (AP) — — Colorado split a doubleheader with the Dodgers, winning 7-0 and losing the second game 10-6. In the opener, Tyler Anderson scattered six hits over 6 1/3 innings and drove in a run in the Rockies first shutout at home this season. Nolan Arenado had a run-scoring double i

Hendricks baffles Bucs UNDATED (AP) — On a team that boasts Jake Arrieta (ar-ee-EH'-tuh), Jon Lester and John Lackey, it is Kyle Hendricks who is emerging as the ace of the Chicago Cubs' pitching staff.

Moore comes close...Rangers take opener behind Hamels UNDATED (AP) — Matt Moore's first victory for the Giants was a memorable one. The San Francisco lefty came within one out of a no-hitter on Corey Seager's single in the ninth. Ironically, it came on Seager Bobblehead Night at Dodger Stadium...

Orioles keep hex on Nats...Pujols moves to No. 10 on home run list UNDATED (AP) — The Beltway Series continues to be all Baltimore.

Orioles maintain mastery on Nats...Arrieta wins 16th...Dodgers lead Giants by 2 UNDATED (AP) — It's only 38 miles from Camden Yards to Nationals Park but it must seem all uphill to the Washington Nationals.

Dodgers Pound Reds UNDATED (AP) — The Dodgers just kept hitting balls out of Great American Ball Park. Adrian Gonzalez led the assault on Cincinnati pitching with three of the Dodgers' seven home runs in an 18-9 thrashing of the Reds. His eight RBIs is a career high.

Extinguish the cauldron RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The Rio Olympics are officially over following a closing ceremony that was a bit more subdued than the opener.

Bolt, Eaton win gold...Swimmer's story not holding water RIO DE JANIERO (AP) — Usain (yoo-SAYN') Bolt's speed, Ashton Eaton's athleticism and Ryan Lochte's (LAHK'-teez) allegation were among the highlights during the Rio Olympics on Thursday.

U.S. makes tracks to medal stand RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — It was quite a day for USA Track and Field at the Rio Olympics.