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Deals of the Hour / July 12, 2010, 6:13 pm

Source: Magic agree to deal with Richardson

ORLANDO — A person familiar with the negotiations says the Orlando Magic have agreed to a deal with free agent Quentin Richardson. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal had ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-12T23:07:28Z)

Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two ... (Source: Mining Journal 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Passport fees rising

Auglaize County Clerk of Courts Sue Ellen Kohler recently received a bulletin from the U.S. State Department that effective today passport book application fees for first-time applicants and minors will be increasing by ... (Source: Wapakoneta Daily News 2010-07-12T21:34:25Z)

Big Colorado throwing error keys Padres' comeback

DENVER (AP) — Colorado reliever Matt Belisle was pitching well enough. His defense cost him, though. Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera ... (Source: Daily Record 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

Aon to acquire Hewitt for $4.9 billion in cash and stock, strengthening role in HR ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon Corp. said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T17:02:24Z)

Magic agree to deal with free agent Q. Richardson

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Magic agreed to a deal with free agent Quentin Richardson on Monday, a person familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal has ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-13T00:04:44Z)

Consultant Hewitt Associates is bought by Aon for $4.9 billion

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its consulting ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-12T19:47:03Z)

David Ortiz, Miguel Cabrera, Matt Holliday Bring Experience to Home Run Derby

From Mark McGwire 's moon shots onto the Mass Pike in 1999 to Bobby Abreu 's shocking power outburst in 2005 and Josh Hamilton 's Herculean 28 home runs in the first round at Yankee Stadium in 2008, the Home Run Derby ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-07-12T16:19:27Z)

Ben Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons. Wallace told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two-year deal about a week ago because he wants to ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-11T20:24:01Z)

Rangers swept by last-place Orioles

ARLINGTON — Baltimore Orioles rookie Jake Arrieta grew up going to games at Rangers Ballpark. This time, he was on the mound helping the majors' worst team get a win. Arrieta pitched into the seventh inning, Corey ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2010-07-12T04:16:28Z)

Arrieta, Patterson lead Orioles to sweep of Rangers

Corey Patterson had another big hit against Texas, rookie Jake Arrieta pitched into the seventh and the Orioles won, 4-1, Sunday to complete a four-game series sweep of the American League West-leading Rangers. The ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-07-12T00:41:43Z)

ESPN's Chris Berman selected to receive Pro Football Hall of Fame's Rozelle award

CANTON, OHIO — ESPN studio host Chris Berman has been selected to receive the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award. The award, announced Monday, is given annually for "longtime exceptional ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Home Run Derby 2010 Results

The 2010 Home Run Derby, featuring the Brewers' Corey Hart, the Marlins' Hanley Ramirez, the Red Sox' David Ortiz, the Blue Jays' Vernon Wells, the Yankees' Nick Swisher, the Diamondbacks' Chris Young, the Tigers' Miguel ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

Orioles complete 4-game sweep of Rangers

ARLINGTON — Baltimore Orioles rookie Jake Arrieta grew up going to games at Rangers Ballpark. This time, he was on the mound helping the majors' worst team get a win. Arrieta pitched into the seventh inning, Corey ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2010-07-12T00:56:02Z)

Colorado throwing error keys Padres' comeback

DENVER -- Matt Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera hit his first homer of the season in the ninth and San Diego beat the Colorado Rockies 9-7 ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-11T23:01:30Z)

Nets reach agreement with backup C Johan Petro

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New Jersey Nets have reached a contract agreement with center Johan Petro. The Nets did not announce the terms of the deal Saturday, but an NBA official with knowledge of the agreement ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-09T23:53:59Z)

Travel Briefs July 9: Passport fees; Pa. gets table games; Grand Teton land for sale

WASHINGTON - Passport fees are increasing as of July 13. The fee for first-time adult passport applications is increasing $35, from $100 to $135, according to the U.S. Department of State. For minors under age 16, fees ... (Source: Carroll County Online 2010-07-09T12:41:06Z)

Building A Leviathan: Aon Grabs Hewitt For $4.9 Billion

Risk and insurance company Aon Corporation ( AOC - news - people ) (AON) on Monday announced it would buy human resources giant Hewitt Associates ( HEW - news - people ) for $4.9 billion in a cash/stock deal. Aon will ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-12T15:15:02Z)

General Growth makes deal with Jones Lang LaSalle

NEW YORK — Shopping mall owner General Growth Properties Inc., which is trying to emerge from bankruptcy protection, agreed to turn over management responsibility for 18 malls in 11 states to Jones Lang LaSalle ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-12T14:32:05Z)

TheSpec.com - NFL_Football_Wire - Madden chokes up at Coryell service, says something ...

SAN DIEGO - An emotional John Madden says there's something missing because the late Don Coryell isn't in the Pro Football Hall of Fame while some of his notable players and former assistants are. Madden, choking up ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-12T23:50:25Z)

Orlando Magic agree to deal with Quentin Richardson

In a move that likely signals the end of Matt Barnes' tenure in Orlando, the Magic have agreed in principle to a multi-year contract with free-agent wing Quentin Richardson . The 6-foot-6 Richardson is expected to ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T21:27:16Z)

Wallace says he'll re-sign with Pistons

DETROIT - Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told the Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams but agreed to a two-year deal ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-12T01:10:21Z)

Passport fees going up tomorrow

WASHINGTON (AP) — Passport fees are increasing as of July 13. The fee for first-time adult passport applications is increasing $35, from $100 to $135, according to the U.S. Department of State. For minors under age 16 ... (Source: Greensboro News & Record 2010-07-12T22:46:00Z)

Home Run Derby 2010 Betting Odds: Miguel Cabrera Favored

Miguel Cabrera is having one of his best seasons this year since coming into Major League Baseball. The Tigers slugger is first in two of the three triple crown categories in the American League, and is only two home ... (Source: Casino Gambling Web 2010-07-12T21:12:57Z)

Ben Wallace OK's deal with Pistons

DETROIT — Ben Wallace left the Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former defensive player of the year said Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but he agreed to a two-year deal to stay with the Pistons ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-12T18:13:59Z)

Texas Teachers Invest $500M in Shopping Malls

Shopping mall owner General Growth Properties Inc., which is trying to emerge from bankruptcy protection, on Monday said it is getting a $500 million infusion from a Texas teachers' pension fund. The Chicago developer ... (Source: NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 2010-07-12T21:12:57Z)

TheSpec.com - NBA_Basketball_Wire - Nets president and GM Rod Thorn working hard in ...

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Rod Thorn isn't cleaning out his office in his final week as the New Jersey Nets president and general manager. The 69-year-old executive was hard at work Monday. He wants to find a new GM and ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-12T22:17:22Z)

AP: Padres rally to halt Rockies' six-game winning streak

DENVER (AP) -- Colorado reliever Matt Belisle was pitching well enough. His defense cost him, though. Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera hit ... (Source: Garden City Telegram 2010-07-12T20:08:31Z)

Chris Berman gets NFL Hall of Fame honor

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has named ESPN's Chris Berman the 2010 recipient of the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award, it was announced today. The annual award recognizes "long-time exceptional contributions to ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Towson, Laurel Commons sold

Jones Lang LaSalle Inc., the second-largest publicly traded commercial property broker, said Monday it is acquiring a unit of bankrupt General Growth Properties Inc. to manage and lease 18 shopping centers. The portfolio ... (Source: Maryland Daily Record 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

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