Sports Night: Cousins, coach (not Karl) have a hug
Kings: One hug, one snub
DeMarcus Cousins has a warm greeting for former Kings coach Michael Malone but no interaction with current coach George Karl at a Las Vegas summer league game.
Furillo: Pursuit of Preki a plus for Sacramento
If now-former Republic FC coach Preki was the best thing that has happened to soccer in Sacramento, don’t be surprised if it is surpassed by his leaving, with the publicity it’s getting, especially in the United Kingdom.
Giants: Heston a lock to stay in S.F.
Before Sunday’s 4-2 win over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies, Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Tim Hudson will rejoin the starting rotation after the All-Star break but did not say which starter will give up his spot. After another solid effort by Chris Heston, you can figure the rookie’s job is safe.
A’s: Gray has another great day
Oakland starter Sonny Gray throws a complete-game, two-hit shutout against the host Cleveland Indians to improve to 10-3. He won’t pitch in Tuesday’s All-Star Game, however, because of the timing of his most recent start.
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UFC 189: Mendes eager for a rematch
After Conor McGregor stunned Sacramento-based Chad Mendes on a technical knockout with three seconds left in the second round Saturday night in Las Vegas, it’s no surprise Mendes wants another shot at McGregor.
River Cats: Duvall stays hot, but Cats lose
Fresno deals the River Cats a 5-3 loss at Raley Field, and takes the five-games series 4-1. The River Cats hit the All-Star break – yes, the Pacific Coast League has one also – with a 39-52 record. They trail the division-leading Grizzlies by 14 games.
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This story was originally published July 12, 2015 at 10:22 PM with the headline "Sports Night: Cousins, coach (not Karl) have a hug."