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Deals of the Hour / August 1, 2010, 8:40 pm

Georgia Governor Primary: Roy Barnes Is Democratic Nominee; GOP in Runoff

Sarah Palin-backed "mama grizzly" Karen Handel topped the Republican field in the Georgia gubernatorial primary on Tuesday, but she faces an Aug. 10 runoff election against former Rep. Nathan Deal, as neither ... (Source: Politics Daily 2010-07-19T23:56:26Z)

Sam Bradford's Farcical Deal Means NFL Needs Rookie Salary Cap

Can words be used to describe for the largest deal in NFL history for a rookie? And by that, I mean, in guaranteed money. If you thought the last few years were getting out of control (Matthew Stafford's ... (Source: Baseball 2010-08-01T00:03:41Z)

How the Mass. House, Senate voted on casino bill

H ere's how members of the Massachusetts House and Senate voted Saturday on a bill to allow the licensing of three casinos and two slot machine parlors at the state's existing racetracks. The House voted 115-36 in ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-01T15:12:47Z)

Bradford agrees to record deal

ST. LOUIS — Sam's now officially a St. Louis Ram, and the richest rookie in NFL history. Just in time for the first full-squad practice of training camp, the Rams struck a deal with No. 1 overall draft pick Sam ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-07-31T10:56:16Z)

Roll Call Vote On Casino Bill

BOSTON -- Here's how members of the Massachusetts House and Senate voted Saturday on a bill to allow the licensing of three casinos and two slot machine parlors at the state's existing racetracks. The House voted 115-36 ... (Source: Boston Channel 2010-08-01T11:02:15Z)

Sam Bradford's Farcical Deal Means NFL Needs Rookie Salary Cap

Can words be used to describe for the largest deal in NFL history for a rookie? And by that, I mean, in guaranteed money. If you thought the last few years were getting out of control (Matthew Stafford's deal and ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-31T15:06:49Z)

Blake DeWitt comes up big in opener with Cubs

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (KFVS)-Sikeston native Blake DeWitt wasted little time making a good impression on his new team. DeWitt started at 2nd base for the Chicago Cubs Sunday and went 3-4 driving in one run in an 8-7 loss at ... (Source: KFVS12 2010-08-02T01:06:55Z)

Steelers K Reed won't get multiyear deal (AP)

Steelers kicker Jeff Reed isn't happy after learning he won't be signed to the multiyear contract he expected after being designated as the team's franchise player. The Steelers told Reed earlier in the year they wanted ... (Source: Bayou Buzz 2010-08-02T02:18:30Z)

Campaign 2010 - Barnes Wins, Handel and Deal in Runoff

ATLANTA (AP) Two Georgia Republicans who wielded dueling endorsements from Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich will face a showdown match in a Republican runoff for governor, while a Democrat who served a single term as ... (Source: News/Talk 750 WSB 2010-07-21T03:01:22Z)

Dodgers make deadline deal for Ted Lilly, Ryan Theriot

The Dodgers traded Blake DeWitt and decent prospects Brett Wallach and Kyle Smit today for Ted Lilly, an inconsistent, 34-year-old pitcher in decline, and Ryan Theriot, a 30-year-old infielder who is more ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-31T20:07:28Z)

Steelers Reportedly Sign Flozell Adams

The Pittsburgh Steelers have reportedly signed five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Flozell Adams to a two-year deal. Adams is needed on the offensive line after starting right tackle Willie Colon was lost for the season with ... (Source: KDKA 2010-07-30T01:46:16Z)

Steelers kicker unhappy with his contract

LATROBE — Steelers kicker Jeff Reed isn't happy after learning he won't be signed to the multiyear contract he expected after being designated as the team's franchise player. The Steelers told Reed earlier in the ... (Source: Tribune-Democrat 2010-08-02T03:08:37Z)

State legislative leaders OK deal on casino bill

BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts House and Senate leaders yesterday agreed on a bill to legalize casino gambling in the state — drawing immediate criticism from Gov. Deval Patrick, who threatened to veto the measure. The ... (Source: Salem News 2010-07-31T04:01:06Z)

Tennessee Titans Agree to Terms with WR Damian Williams

That leaves first round pick Derrick Morgan as the only pick the Titans have not signed. Coach Jeff Fisher told Titans Radio that GM Mike Reinfeldt feels good about a deal with Morgan getting done soon: "He [Reinfeldt ... (Source: Music City Miracles 2010-07-31T02:28:02Z)

Jerry Brown touts governmental experience at fundraiser in Marin

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown drew a contrast with his opponent, Meg Whitman over greenhouse gas legislation at a Marin County fundraiser Sunday. Brown voiced his support for the Global ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-02T03:37:15Z)

NFL notebook: Tim Tebow a big draw at Denver Broncos camp

The Denver Broncos kicked off training camp without the negativity that enveloped them a year ago, when their two first-round draft picks were holdouts and the man wearing No. 15 was recalcitrant receiver Brandon ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-08-02T03:15:46Z)

Georgia Governor Election 2010: Roy Barnes Wins Dem Nomination, Karen Handel And Nathan Deal Likely ...

ATLANTA — Two Georgia Republicans who wielded dueling endorsements from Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich will face a showdown match in a Republican runoff for governor, while a Democrat who served a single term ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-21T03:08:32Z)

Broncos reach terms with WR Demaryius Thomas

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – The Denver Broncos will kick off training camp Sunday without any holdouts. First-round draft pick Demaryius "Bay-Bay" Thomas agreed to a five-year deal with more than $9 million in guarantees on ... (Source: Olympian 2010-07-30T23:57:43Z)

Yankees acquire Berkman, Wood

Lance Berkman is ready for the expectations that go with wearing the pinstripes. The New York Yankees sent reliever Mark Melancon and minor league infielder Jimmy Paredes to the Houston Astros on Saturday for ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-01T18:04:35Z)

Dodgers' pickups excited to join team

Ted Lilly and Octavio Dotel have played for Torre, and Ryan Theriot said he couldn't wait for the chance, which he would get in a few hours as the Dodgers' new starting second baseman, taking the job of Blake ... (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-08-02T02:18:30Z)

Tennessee Titans' Derrick Morgan suffers setback

He was so excited about the prospect of signing his first professional contract that defensive end Derrick Morgan spent five hours at Baptist Park on Saturday, just waiting for the final details of his deal to ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-08-02T01:28:24Z)

Official: NY Yankees acquire Houston Astros Lance Berkman for two prospects

NEW YORK -- The New York Yankees announced Saturday that they acquired first baseman Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros. The Astros, who will send the Yankees $4 million in the deal, will receive pitching ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T19:38:50Z)

Tennessee Titans, Derrick Morgan agree to 5-year deal

The Titans confirmed late Saturday that first-round draft pick Derrick Morgan had agreed to terms on what is believed to be a five-year contract. Financial terms were not released, but the deal is probably a ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-08-01T22:36:36Z)

Broncos' Moreno carted off, Buckhalter injured too

The Denver Broncos will kick off training camp Sunday without any holdouts. First-round draft pick Demaryius "Bay-Bay" Thomas agreed to a five-year deal with more than $9 million in guarantees on Saturday ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-01T17:57:25Z)

Yankees close to acquiring Lance Berkman

NEW YORK — The Yankees are working on a trade to acquire Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros. The deal was gaining momentum Friday and was likely to happen before Saturday's trade deadline, a baseball ... (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-07-30T21:48:52Z)

Irving school's search of girl's cellphone angers father

An Irving parent says administrators at Irving's MacArthur High School violated his daughter's constitutional rights when they took her cellphone and read her text messages. The administrators argue they had ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-08-02T03:37:15Z)

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