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Deals of the Hour / July 17, 2010, 9:21 am

Pacquiao-Mayweather deadline passes without deal

Manny Pacquiao will start looking for another opponent for his next bout now that promoter Bob Arum's deadline for a deal with Floyd Mayweather Jr. has passed. Arum said early Saturday morning that Mayweather hadn't ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-17T11:27:12Z)

NBA notes: Mike Miller deal formalized with Heat; J.J. Redick will return to Magic

MIAMI — Once Mike Miller's deal with Miami finally got completed Friday, the Heat moved quickly to add other pieces to their dramatically changed roster. The Heat landed a pair of centers, re-signing restricted free ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-17T05:22:07Z)

Telefonica Says Offer for Stake in Vivo Expired, Rejects Extension Request

Telefonica SA said in a regulatory filing that its offer for Portugal Telecom SGP SA's stake in Brazil's largest wireless company has expired. The Spanish company rejected a Portugal Telecom request to extend the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-17T14:18:59Z)

Lucille Ball memorabilia to be sold at auction

Some of Lucille Ball's love letters and awards will be sold at auction after a judge ruled to block the sale but imposed a hurdle that the comedienne's daughter cannot overcome. While Los Angeles Superior Court Judge ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-07-17T08:42:33Z)

Braves deal shortstop Yunel Escobar to Toronto for Alex Gonzalez

The Atlanta Braves have traded shortstop Yunel Escobar and left-handed pitcher Jo-Jo Reyes to the Toronto Blue Jays for shortstop Alex Gonzalez and a pair of minor leaguers. "This trade improves our club for the second ... (Source: Everything Alabama Blog 2010-07-14T16:38:33Z)

Police call Ohio woman a suspect in stolen LeBron James pendant

Wadsworth, Ohio -- A woman who tried to sell a $10,000 pendant stolen from a LeBron James business partner is a suspect in the case, police said. The police incident report obtained Friday identified Vaneisha Robinson ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-17T05:22:07Z)

Diamondbacks-Padres Preview

So far, the San Diego Padres don't seem to be missing Mat Latos too much. Another poor start from Clayton Richard , though, could change that sentiment. With their wins leader on the disabled list, the Padres hope ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-17T15:01:56Z)

Mike Miller Strikes Gold in NBA Free Agency By Signing With the Miami Heat

The Miami Heat finalized yet another free-agent signing today, though this one will fly under the radar in comparison to one of the team's last ones. Last week, as we all know, the Heat struck deals with LeBron James ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-16T10:38:16Z)

Telefonica deal to buy Brazil's Vivo falls apart

MADRID—Spanish telecommunications giant Telefonica on Saturday pulled out of negotiations to acquire a euro7.15 billion ($9.3 billion) stake in Brazil's leading cell phone company Vivo. Telefonica said in a statement ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-17T12:24:27Z)

Raja Bell headed to Utah Jazz

SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah Jazz are bringing back Raja Bell. Agent Herb Rudoy said Bell and the Jazz agreed to a three-year deal worth around $10 million. The 33-year-old shooting guard just needs to pass a physical ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-16T05:59:06Z)

BP to Start Drilling Off Libya as U.S. Senators Seek Lockerbie Link Probe

Four U.S. senators yesterday asked Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to investigate whether BP helped secure the release of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset al-Megrahi from a Scottish jail to facilitate the drilling deal ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T15:48:27Z)

Utah Jazz notebook: Extra mileage on Radja Bell not a big issue

SALT LAKE CITY — Even though he'll be 34 years old when next season begins, and 37 at the start of the last season in his new three-year deal with the Jazz, Kevin O'Connor has no concerns about Raja Bell's age. The ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-16T06:20:34Z)

Baseball: Atlanta Braves send Yunel Escobar to Toronto Blue Jays for Alex Gonzalez in a swap of ...

The National League East-leading Atlanta Braves, looking to bolster their lineup for the second half of the season, acquired Alex Gonzalez in a swap of shortstops that sent Yunel Escobar to Toronto on Wednesday. The ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-15T04:20:04Z)

Thierry Henry Follows in Pelé's Legendary Footsteps as He Arrives in New York

Let's face it —f or the MLS to truly "take off," the league desperately needed a genuine superstar playing in New York. The Red Bulls have finally lured a true footballing icon to the biggest media market in the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-15T12:19:40Z)

Martino extends Paraguay stay

Gerardo Martino has agreed a new four-year contract to remain as coach of Paraguay, but could still leave the post after the Copa America. Last week, the Argentinian agreed terms to remain in charge of the team for ... (Source: FIFA.com 2010-07-17T09:18:21Z)

UPDATE 1-Spain's Telefonica drops offer for PT's Vivo stake

MADRID July 17 (Reuters) - Spanish telecoms company Telefonica ( TEF.MC ) has dropped its offer for Portugal Telecom's ( PTC.LS ) stake in Brazilian cellphone company Vivo VIV04.SA despite a request by the Portuguese ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-17T08:49:43Z)

Gulf oil spill: BP Lockerbie conspiracy accusations fly

U.S. Senators will examine whether a lucrative oil deal between BP and Libya played a role in the release from a Scottish prison of Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, the convicted bomber of a Pan Am flight that crashed over ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-15T23:11:05Z)

Henry signs deal with MLS' New York Red Bulls

SECAUCUS, N.J. — Stop the rumors about French striker Thierry Henry joining the New York Red Bulls. He's here. The 32-year-old former Arsenal and Barcelona player signed a multiyear contract on Wednesday and he is ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-07-14T20:27:37Z)

Braves send Yunel Escobar to Toronto for Alex Gonzalez as part of 5-player deal

ATLANTA - The NL East-leading Atlanta Braves, looking to bolster their lineup for the second half of the season, acquired Alex Gonzalez in a swap of shortstops that sent Yunel Escobar to Toronto on Wednesday. The Braves ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-15T10:03:40Z)

Judge blocks sale of Lucille Ball letters, awards, but attorney says sale will go on

LOS ANGELES - Some of Lucille Ball's love letters and awards will be sold at auction after a judge ruled to block the sale but imposed a hurdle that the comedienne's daughter cannot overcome. Lucie Arnaz Luckinbill's ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-16T18:45:02Z)

Mike Miller backing out of deal with Heat?

Free-agent swingman Mike Miller (notes) is welcoming the chance to join LeBron James, Chris Bosh (notes) and Dwyane Wade (notes) with the Miami Heat as the Ringo Starr of the group, according to Miller's agent Arn Tellem ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-14T17:42:59Z)

LeBron pendant owner in question

WADSWORTH, Ohio — An Ohio woman who said she paid $5 at a yard sale for a LeBron James pendant worth nearly $10,000 says it's been taken from her. Vaneisha Robinson had the basketball jersey-shaped white gold pendant ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-07-17T02:37:29Z)

Maradona set to stay on as coach

BUENOS AIRES: Diego Maradona is set to stay as Argentina coach despite their loss to Germany in the World Cup quarter-finals, amid reports yesterday the Argentine Federation would offer him the chance to stay on for the ... (Source: Gulf Daily News 2010-07-17T04:46:20Z)

Henry will make MLS debut next week

UPPER MONTCLAIR, N.J. (AP) -- Thierry Henry practiced with the New York Red Bulls for the first time since signing with the MLS team earlier this week. Henry and the Red Bulls went through a light training session on ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-16T23:09:53Z)

Jazz sign Raja Bell, won't match Blazers offer to Matthews

The Utah Jazz have signed guard Raja Bell , who was with the team from 2003-2005, to a three-year contract worth $10 million and, according to Ross Siler of the Salt Lake City Tribune , "have notified Wesley Matthews ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-15T11:00:56Z)

Maradona 'set to stay on'

Diego Maradona is set to stay as Argentina coach despite their loss to Germany in the World Cup quarter-finals, amid reports the Argentine Federation would offer him the chance to stay on for the next tournament in ... (Source: Himalayan Times 2010-07-16T15:31:46Z)

Lucille Ball love letters, awards to be auctioned

Some of Lucille Ball's love letters and awards will be sold at auction after a judge ruled to block the sale but imposed a hurdle that the comedian's daughter cannot overcome. Lucie Arnaz Luckinbill's attorney, Ronald ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-17T15:16:15Z)

Ohio woman who put $10,000 LeBron James pendant on eBay says it's been taken, wants ...

WADSWORTH, Ohio - An Ohio woman who said she paid $5 at a yard sale for a LeBron James pendant worth nearly $10,000 says it's been taken from her. Vaneisha Robinson had the basketball jersey-shaped white gold pendant ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-16T03:00:08Z)

BP to Start Drilling Off Libya as Senators Seek Lockerbie Probe

July 14 (Bloomberg) -- BP Plc plans to start drilling off Libya's coast in the next few weeks as its links with the North African country come under scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. The London-based company has a rig in ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-14T11:09:16Z)

Richard, Padres resume series vs. D'Backs

(Sports Network) - Clayton Richard was bailed out by his offense the last time he took the mound. The San Diego Padres hope that Richard won't need the help when he gets the nod tonight in the second installment of a ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-07-17T14:47:37Z)

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