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Deals of the Hour / July 25, 2010, 5:40 pm

RI Offer To Shilling Firm Concerns Gov Hopefuls

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) ― Rhode Island's five main gubernatorial candidates say they have concerns about a proposal from the state Economic Development Corporation to offer a $75 million loan guarantee to a game ... (Source: WBZ-TV 2010-07-25T17:22:47Z)

NBA Capsules: Spurs sign 1st-round pick James Anderson

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The San Antonio Spurs have signed first-round draft pick James Anderson. Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-24T09:17:12Z)

Tim Thomas Talking With Mavericks About Return

Tim Thomas (notes) , who missed most of 2009-10 to take care of his ill wife, is working on a deal to return to the Mavericks, his agent told ESPN.com. "We're hoping to get something nailed down to bring him ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-22T23:52:53Z)

Spurs Sign Former OSU Star Anderson

The San Antonio Spurs have signed first-round draft pick and former Oklahoma State Cowboy James Anderson. Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior ... (Source: KOCO 2010-07-23T21:42:51Z)

Giants sign former Titans LB Bulluck (AP)

The New York Giants have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Keith Bulluck. Agent Gary Wichard says Bulluck and the team came to an agreement Saturday. Media reports said the deal was for one year and $2.5 million ... (Source: Bayou Buzz 2010-07-25T03:10:56Z)

Chicago Bulls Sign Kurt Thomas To 2-Year Deal

The Bulls have been on a spending spree. Carlos Boozer, Kyle Korver, Ronnie Brewer, C.J. Watson… And now, their most recent purchase: veteran big-man Kurt Thomas. Who called it? Thomas agreed to a two-year deal ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-23T18:36:44Z)

Tim Thomas, Mavericks Discussing Return

Tim Thomas is looking to return to the NBA as a member of the Mavericks. Thomas missed a majority of last season to take care of his ill wife. Agent Bob Myers says he and the club are working toward a new deal that would ... (Source: RealGM 2010-07-24T23:14:43Z)

Tim Thomas, Dallas Working on Deal

Tim Thomas is eager to return to the NBA after missing most of last season to take care of his ill wife. He's eager to return to the Dallas Mavericks, too. Thomas' agent, Bob Myers, told ESPNDallas.com that he ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-07-25T11:39:11Z)

RI gov hopefuls concerned by loan guarantee offer

Rhode Island's five main gubernatorial candidates disagree on plenty of issues. But they each have concerns about a proposal from the state Economic Development Corporation to offer a $75 million loan ... (Source: Turnto10.com 2010-07-25T17:08:28Z)

Tampa Bay Lightning GM Steve Yzerman prefers an excess of defensemen

TAMPA — With eight defensemen signed to one-way contracts — deals that pay the same whether a player is in the NHL or the minors — it would seem the Lightning needs to make a move. "It doesn't mean we ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-07-14T16:52:52Z)

Credit rating is crucial factor in good car deal

It's getting easier to get a car loan. ''A couple of months ago, it was horrible,'' said George Magliano, an automotive research analyst with IHS Global Insight. ''The least blemish on your credit report and ... (Source: Akron Beacon Journal 2010-07-25T06:31:22Z)

Report: Giants sign LB Bulluck

The New York Giants have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Keith Bulluck. Agent Gary Wichard says Bulluck and the team came to an agreement Saturday. Media reports said the deal was for one year and $ ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-07-25T01:59:22Z)

Chism to take his game to Turkey

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (SUBMITTED) -- Former Vol Wayne Chism has accepted an offer to play in the Turkish Basketball League and will forgo NBA opportunities for the upcoming season. The ten-month, six-figure deal with Antalya ... (Source: WVLT 2010-07-25T00:26:18Z)

Flyers deal Gagne for cap space

TAMPA, Fla. — Simon Gagne gladly waived his no-trade clause to leave the only NHL team he ever played for and join the Tampa Bay Lightning. New Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman added a big offensive ... (Source: Times-Leader 2010-07-20T05:04:15Z)

Oakland rocks White Sox, 10-2

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Jack Cust hit two home runs, Kurt Suzuki added a homer, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago White Sox, 10-2, Saturday. Suzuki, who agreed to terms on a four-year deal Friday, helped ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-25T20:14:35Z)

Credit matters more now when seeking best car deals

It's getting easier to get a car loan. "A couple of months ago, it was horrible," says George Magliano, an automotive research analyst with IHS Global Insight. "The least blemish on your credit report and you ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-25T04:58:19Z)

Former Vol Wayne Chism is joinging the Turkish Basketball League.

Wayne Chism has accepted an offer to play basketball for Antalya in the Turkish Basketball League. This is the same league that former Vols Chris Lofton and Tyler Smith played for. Jared Karnes, a local ... (Source: WBIR 2010-07-25T04:01:03Z)

Former OSU player James Anderson signed by San Antonio Spurs

Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior year and was the 20th pick in the June NBA draft after finishing sixth in the nation in scoring at 22.3 ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-23T21:07:03Z)

Kurt Thomas agrees to contract with Bulls

A person familiar with the negotiations said veteran forward Kurt Thomas has agreed to a one-year contract with the Bulls. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not been finalized ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-07-24T09:02:53Z)

Jump in car-loan approval rate may speed up economic recovery

DES MOINES, Iowa — It's getting easier to get a car loan. "A couple of months ago, it was horrible," said George Magliano, an automotive-research analyst with IHS Global Insight. "The least blemish ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-07-25T11:10:33Z)

Wayne Chism to play in Turkish Basketball League

KNOXVILLE (WATE) - Former Tennessee Vols standout Wayne Chism is heading overseas. Chism accepted an offer from Antalya, a team in the Turkish Basketball League. The ten month deal is fully guaranteed, according to A3 ... (Source: WATE 2010-07-24T23:43:21Z)

Thomas agrees to contract with Bulls

A person familiar with the negotiations says veteran forward Kurt Thomas has agreed to a one-year contract with the Chicago Bulls . The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not been ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-23T10:58:36Z)

Rhode Island gov hopefuls concerned by loan guarantee offer

P ROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island's five main gubernatorial candidates disagree on plenty of issues. But they each have concerns about a proposal from the state Economic Development Corporation to offer a $ ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-25T18:05:44Z)

It's Martin's call on No. 5, Hendrick says

INDIANAPOLIS -- Rick Hendrick says he's prepared to honor Mark Martin 's deal to drive the No. 5 Sprint Cup car next season but he wouldn't close the door on Kasey Kahne stepping into that seat. "If I tell you ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-25T17:51:25Z)

Hendrick still has no solution for Kasey Kahne deal, but plans to honor deal with ...

Team owner Rick Hendrick won't force Mark Martin out of his seat next year to make room for Kasey Kahne at Hendrick Motorsports. Kahne has signed to take over the No. 5 Chevrolet in 2012, and Martin is slated ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-25T18:48:41Z)

Giants sign free agent LB Bulluck

The New York Giants have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Keith Bulluck.Agent Gary Wichard says Bulluck and the team came to an agreement Saturday. Media reports said the deal was for one year and $2.5 million ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-25T00:11:59Z)

The Captain getting rave reviews in his new role as GM

Red Wings legendary captain Steve Yzerman has been getting rave reviews so far in his short time as the Tampa Bay Lightning general manager. His deal to get Simon Gagne last week only added to the buzz. Here ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-25T01:45:03Z)

CUP: Martin Will Return To No. 5 Car In '11 - For Now

Rick Hendrick is leaving all options open for driver Kasey Kahne in 2011, but says his plan – right now – is for Mark Martin to return to the No. 5 car next year. Martin has insisted that he will be back ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-25T21:19:00Z)

Jack Cust hits 2 homers, Kurt Suzuki hits 1 in A's 10-2 win over White Sox

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Jack Cust hit two home runs, Kurt Suzuki added a homer of his own and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago White Sox 10-2 Saturday. Suzuki, who agreed to terms on a four-year deal with the A's ... (Source: KTLA.com 2010-07-25T23:20:41Z)

Recap: Oakland vs. Chicago WSox

Dallas Braden picked up a long-awaited win and was backed by three RBI from battery mate Kurt Suzuki as Oakland held off the White Sox in a 6-4 win to close out a three-game set at the Coliseum. Braden (5-7 ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-25T23:27:51Z)

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