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Deals of the Hour / August 1, 2010, 2:40 pm

New BP boss faces up to massive Gulf oil clean-up

Incoming BP boss Bob Dudley has vowed that the firm would stand by Gulf residents for years to come, as it prepared to scale back oil spill clean-up efforts and move to a new phase. An oil-soaked Laughing Gull is cleaned ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T19:30:29Z)

Ryan Mathews Gets $25M Deal From Chargers

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px; ">A person familiar with the deal says running back Ryan Mathews has signed a five-year, $25.65 million contract ... (Source: KNx 1070 2010-08-01T20:27:45Z)

Continued: Judge rejects higher offer from MLB's preferred buyer of Texas Rangers ...

FORT WORTH, Texas - A bankruptcy judge Friday rejected a last-minute higher bid on the Texas Rangers from Major League Baseball's preferred buyer, a deal that would have canceled next week's auction. Since U.S ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-31T14:45:20Z)

Townhall News Mathews gets $25M deal from Chargers

Running back Ryan Mathews signed a five-year, $25.65 million contract with the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, with just more than $15 million in guaranteed money. The heir apparent to LaDainian Tomlinson ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-08-01T20:49:13Z)

Dudley to outline BP plans to help Gulf recover

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley was set to outline his company's long-term efforts to help the Gulf of Mexico recover from the oil spill Friday morning, and will be getting help from a Clinton ... (Source: Seacoast Online 2010-08-01T13:18:15Z)

Judge: Rangers auction will proceed

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A bankruptcy judge Friday rejected a last-minute higher bid on the Texas Rangers from Major League Baseball's preferred buyer, a deal that would have canceled next week's auction ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-07-31T05:55:37Z)

Mexican star Rafael Marquez released from deal with Barcelona; could join Thierry ...

FILE-This June 11, 2010 file photo shows South Africa's Steven Pienaar, right, being tackled by Mexico's Rafael Marquez, left, during the World Cup group A soccer match between South Africa and Mexico at ... (Source: Trentonian 2010-08-01T05:32:58Z)

Rangers auction to proceed

FORT WORTH, Texas -- The auction to sell the Texas Rangers will proceed as planned next week, despite a last-minute increase in the offer from Major League Baseball's preferred buyer. The court-appointed ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-30T19:18:32Z)

Bob Dudley to outline BP's plans to help the Gulf region recover from massive oil spill

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley was set to outline his company's long-term efforts to help the Gulf of Mexico recover from the oil spill Friday morning, and will be getting help from a Clinton ... (Source: Hartford Courant 2010-07-30T14:25:03Z)

Chiefs top pick Berry tweets his deal is done

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- After being told safety Eric Berry had tweeted that he had come to terms with the Kansas City Chiefs , coach Todd Haley's only comment was that he hoped it was true. Typically, the Chiefs never ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-31T02:56:40Z)

Padres Acquire Miguel Tejada

The Baltimore Orioles have agreed to send Miguel Tejada to the San Diego Padres in return for right handed pitching prospect Wynn Pelzer . Tejada is hitting .269/.308/.362 with 7 home runs and 39 RBI's. The deal was ... (Source: MLB Daily Dish 2010-07-29T21:50:03Z)

Houston Astros sign RHP Myers to multiyear contract extension

The Houston Astros signed starting pitcher Brett Myers to a two-year contract extension with a club option for a third year on Sunday. The guaranteed value of the two-year deal, including a buyout on the third ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-01T19:30:29Z)

San Diego Padres Fans Less Than Thrilled About Trade For Miguel Tejada

Yesterday the San Diego Padres made a deal with the Baltimore Orioles acquiring infielder Miguel Tejada for right handed pitching prospect Wynn Pelzer. Tejada, 36, has had an average year with the last place Orioles ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T20:51:36Z)

Soccer Capsules: Marquez leaves Barcelona, appears headed to N.Y.

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allowed the 31-year-old Mexican defender to join former teammate Thierry ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-01T10:55:05Z)

Pocono: Elliott Sadler race report

Scores Third Straight Victory for KHI, Becomes 21st Driver to Win in All of NASCAR's Top-Three Series LONG POND, Pa. (August 1, 2010) - Just hours after earning his first career Truck Series pole award, Elliott Sadler ... (Source: Motorsport.com 2010-08-01T18:26:03Z)

Pics: Chelsea Clinton Sparkles in Vera Wang on Her Wedding Day!

Chelsea Clinton wed Marc Mezvinsky in Rhinebeck, NY yesterday surrounded by friends, family and her parents , former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hilary Clinton. The bride wore a strapless Vera Wang gown ... (Source: Popsugar 2010-08-01T20:27:45Z)

Men Run Into Outfield Carrying Mexican Flags at Diamondbacks Game

NEW YORK - Two men carrying Mexican flags ran into the outfield during the seventh inning of the New York Mets' game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night at Citi Field. The men were apprehended by ... (Source: MyFox Phoenix 2010-08-01T05:11:29Z)

Time for the Seattle Seahawks' Overpaid Underperformers to Earn it

Some people incorrectly claim that the reason the Seahawks have won just nine games the past two seasons is that they have no talent. But the real reason they have been so horrible is that the talent they have has not ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-01T10:04:59Z)

Elliott Sadler holds off Kasey Kahne, Matt Crafton in trucks series

Sadler was the beneficiary after a flurry of late mishaps sent the trucks race into NASCAR's version of overtime. He cut off Matt Crafton 's pass attempt inside, then pulled away from Kahne on the final lap to ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-31T19:17:21Z)

Seahawks' top picks close to signing deals

SEATTLE – Good news for new coach Pete Carroll on the eve of his first season running the Seahawks: It sounds like Seattle may not have to endure late reporting by another first-round draft choice The agent ... (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-07-29T06:55:16Z)

Chelsea Clinton Wedding Photos & Details Emerge (Photos and Video)

Chelsea Clinton, daughter of former President Bill Clinton and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton was married to Marc Mezvinsky last night in Rhinebeck, New York, and the wedding photos, as well as a few details ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-01T16:24:22Z)

Miguel Tejada Traded from Baltimore Orioles to San Diego Padres

In an effort to make their good team even better, the San Diego Padres recently acquired shortstop-third baseman hybrid Miguel Tejada. Tejada, 36, is a veteran slugger who should give the Padres some much ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-01T03:59:54Z)

NASCAR Camping World Truck-Pocono Mountains 125 Results

1. (1) Elliott Sadler , Chevrolet, 55 laps, 148.1 rating, 195 points, $36,950. 2. (2) Kasey Kahne , Toyota, 55, 131.1, 175, $27,815. 3. (18) Matt Crafton , Chevrolet, 55, 92.1, 165, $21,535. 4. (5) Aric Almirola , Toyota ... (Source: Greenwich Time 2010-08-01T09:14:52Z)

Agents for Okung, Thomas say first-rounders close to deals

Good news for new coach Pete Carroll on the eve of his first season running the Seattle Seahawks : It sounds as if the team might not have to endure late reporting by another first-round draft pick. The agent ... (Source: NFL 2010-07-28T21:01:08Z)

Fans in camp helping Chiefs train

ST. JOSEPH, Mo.—Even for the NFL, a league that's famous for change, the Kansas City Chiefs seem saturated with newness. From their relocated training camp, to their $375 million stadium makeover to the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-01T20:56:23Z)

Berry agrees to six-year, $60M contract, but Chiefs stay mum

After being told safety Eric Berry had tweeted that he had come to terms with the Kansas City Chiefs , coach Todd Haley's only comment was he hoped it was true. Typically, the Chiefs never announce signings or ... (Source: NFL 2010-07-31T01:23:37Z)

Houston Astros Trade Roy Oswalt to Philadelphia Phillies: Fantasy Impact

In one of the most anticipated deals of the summer, the Houston Astros traded pitcher Roy Oswalt to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday in exchange for J.A. Happ and two minor league prospects. Oswalt will make his ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T19:40:01Z)

Marc Mezvinsky Marries Chelsea Clinton

Administration. Edward Mezvinsky divorced his first wife and married Marc's mother, the TV journalist Marjorie Magolies, in 1976. The couple moved to the Philadelphia suburbs where they raised a family. Marc ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-01T15:55:44Z)

AP Source: Mathews gets $25M deal from Chargers

SAN DIEGO—A person familiar with the deal says running back Ryan Mathews has signed a five-year, $25.65 million contract with the San Diego Chargers, with just more than $15 million in guaranteed money. The ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-01T19:51:57Z)

Milwaukee Brewers (48-55) at Houston Astros (42-59), 8:05 p.m.

Nobody expects new Houston Astros starter J.A. Happ to replace the traded Roy Oswalt, yet that is what the young left-hander must do tonight. One day after getting dealt to the Astros in a deal that sent ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-30T15:00:50Z)

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