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Sports Night: George Karl, DeMarcus Cousins share frosty shake

Kings: It’s just a handshake, but it’s a start

As the Kings welcomed their offseason signees, the most intriguing image was a brief exchange between coach George Karl and All-Star center DeMarcus Cousins, who have been at odds for months.

Giants: Panik’s rapid ascent to All-Star status

Second baseman Joe Panik prepares to play in his first All-Star Game, but he misses by one year taking the field with his childhood idol – Derek Jeter – who retired following last season.

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Republic FC: Upcoming friendlies a welcome interlude

Following the exit of coach Preki – and a humbling Bonney Field loss to the LA Galaxy II on Saturday night – Republic FC sees two friendly matches as a way of putting last week a bit further in past.

Side by side: Stabler vs. Namath

Joe Namath was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. Ken Stabler, the former Raiders quarterback who passed away last week, put up comparable numbers – better in some categories – and was involved in three of the NFL’s most iconic plays. Is there a place in Canton for “The Snake”?

California has a Dream inaugural home match

Anabel Medina Garrigues helps the California Dream wins its inaugural home match in World TeamTennis, 23-18 in overtime over the Springfield Lasers at Sunrise Mall.

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This story was originally published July 13, 2015 at 11:11 PM with the headline "Sports Night: George Karl, DeMarcus Cousins share frosty shake."

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