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Deals of the Hour / August 3, 2010, 7:39 pm

Heat visit Celtics in NBA opener, Lakers on Christmas

NEW YORK — The NBA will open its season with a battle of Big Threes, then offer up the new-look Miami Heat against Kobe Bryant and the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. The Heat will ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-08-04T01:33:11Z)

Will It Be a "Mais Oui" From Genzyme for Sanofi-Aventis $19 Billion Dowry Offer?, an ...

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - 08/03/10) - Reported by Annette Kreuger, Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Like many courtships, French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis' (NYSE: SNY - News ) (U.S. Headquarters ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-03T14:20:18Z)

Cardtronics to Provide ATM Management Services for Kroger

HOUSTON, Aug. 2, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), one of the nation's largest food and drug retailers, has entered into a multi-year ATM managed services agreement with Cardtronics USA, Inc. (Nasdaq ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-02T13:09:54Z)

Ford and Geely Close Volvo Deal

Ford Motor said Monday that it had completed the sale of its Swedish unit Volvo to Zhejiang Geely Holding Group . Geely paid $1.3 billion cash for the carmaker, issued a $200 million note payable to Ford, and further ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-08-02T11:15:22Z)

Digest: Chicago Blackhawks cut loose Stanley Cup-winning goalie Antti Niemi, sign ...

The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a one-year deal with Marty Turco on Monday, settling on a veteran goaltender to replace Stanley Cup hero Antti Niemi. General manager Stan Bowman said the team expects ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-08-03T04:47:39Z)

Did the Milwaukee Brewers Overpay Corey Hart?

Corey Hart is having a huge season for the Milwaukee Brewers in 2010 and the Brewers have rewarded Hart with a contract extension. The Brewers signed Hart yesterday to a three-year extension worth $26.5 million. The deal ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-04T00:21:36Z)

Mike Modano accepts 1-year deal with Detroit Red Wings, his hometown team

DALLAS (AP) — Mike Modano is joining the Detroit Red Wings . Modano confirmed his decision Tuesday in a text message to The Associated Press. It initially was reported by ScoreBoard Monthly. He told the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-03T23:31:29Z)

Corey Hart, Brewers Extend Deal Through 2013

Milwaukee, WI, United States (AHN) - The Milwaukee Brewers and standout outfielder Corey Hart agreed to a three-year contract extension Monday. The 28-year-old Hart, who had been linked to trade talks, will be paid a ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-03T02:24:29Z)

Blackhawks reach deal with G Turco, lose G Niemi as overhaul of Stanley Cup champs ...

CHICAGO — For Marty Turco, the bottom line is to play for a Stanley Cup contender. By agreeing to a one-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, the veteran goaltender made that clear. Turco, who will replace ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-03T22:05:36Z)

First-round pick Mathews signs five-year deal with 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: NFL 2010-08-02T01:14:05Z)

Modano picks Hockeytown address, signs with Red Wings

FILE - In this April 8, 2010, file photo, Dallas Stars' Mike Modano waves to fans before leaving the ice following an NHL hockey game against the Anaheim Ducks in Dallas. The native of suburban Detroit has ... (Source: Macomb Daily 2010-08-04T01:04:33Z)

Aim High With Us!! Stock Hunter Is The Real Deal!! BHWX,WMNS,CCTR,SOLF,ECOB,QPSA ...

(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Stock Hunter PRESENTS : (OTCBB: BHWX) Black Hawk Exploration Inc., (OTCBB: WMNS) Westmont Resources, Inc., (OTCBB: CCTR) China Crescent Enterprises, Inc., (NASDAQ: SOLF) Solarfun ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-03T19:20:57Z)

Mathews gets $15M guaranteed in deal

SAN DIEGO -- 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 ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-01T20:49:13Z)

CRWEWallstreet: Cardtronics to Provide ATM Management Services for Kroger

Aug 03, 2010 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) -- CRWE Wallstreet is pleased to announce the following news about The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) HOUSTON, Aug. 2, 2010 - The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), one of the nation's largest ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-03T12:25:46Z)

Blackhawks say so long to Niemi

CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a one-year deal with Marty Turco on Monday, settling on a veteran goaltender to replace Stanley Cup hero Antti Niemi. General manager Stan Bowman said the team expects ... (Source: Times-Argus 2010-08-04T01:54:39Z)

Ryan Mathews gets $25 million deal from Chargers

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Running back Ryan Mathews signed a five-year, $25.65 million contract with the San Diego Chargers, with just more than $15 million in guaranteed money. Mathews is the heir apparent to LaDainian ... (Source: Fox11AZ 2010-08-03T04:19:01Z)

Heat open season with Celtics, visit Lakers on Christmas

NEW YORK -- The NBA will open its season with a battle of Big Threes, then offer up the new-look Miami Heat against Kobe Bryant and the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. The Heat will debut their ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-04T00:07:17Z)

Roger Goodell drives his point home with Michael Vick

That was the message the league sent today after Goodell sat down with Vick and Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid in training camp. "Commissioner Goodell informed Michael Vick today at Eagles camp that ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-04T02:16:08Z)

Heat to visit Celtics in NBA opener, Lakers on Christmas

NEW YORK — The NBA will open its season with a battle of Big Threes, then offer up the new-look Miami Heat against Kobe Bryant and the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. The Heat will ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-04T00:14:26Z)

Brewers' Hart gets 3-year extension

MILWAUKEE — Corey Hart now has a long-term future with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers agreed Monday to a $26.5 million, three-year contract extension through 2013, rewarding the outfielder for a ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-08-04T01:47:30Z)

China's Geely takes over Volvo from Ford

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. closed the purchase of Volvo Cars from Ford Motor Co. on Monday in the biggest deal yet demonstrating the auto industry's shift toward the Far East. Geely is paying Ford $1.5 ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-02T23:25:31Z)

Allpoint Announces Deal With Kroger

Credit unions belonging to the Allpoint network will now be able to offer their members fee-free ATM access to 800 Kroger stores across the country, according to Allpoint owner Cardtronics. Cardtronics is the largest ... (Source: Credit Union Times 2010-08-03T14:05:59Z)

China approves Geely acquisition of Volvo from Ford

BEIJING — Geely Holding Group has received final Chinese government approval to acquire Volvo Cars from Ford Motor Co., the Commerce Ministry said today. Commerce officials approved the $1.8 billion deal ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-29T16:56:33Z)

Solarfun Announces Strategic Investment From Hanwha Chemical Corporation and ...

SHANGHAI , Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/—Solarfun Power Holdings Co., Ltd. ("Solarfun" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: SOLF), a vertically integrated manufacturer of silicon ingots, wafers and photovoltaic ("PV ... (Source: Greentech Media 2010-08-03T13:37:21Z)

NFL: No discipline on Eagles QB Michael Vick

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell told Michael Vick (notes) he will not face disciplinary action following a shooting at the quarterback's birthday party six weeks ago. Goodell spoke with Vick on Tuesday ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-04T00:57:23Z)

Roger Goodell to meet with Michael Vick, offer additional support

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is set to visit Philadelphia Eagles training camp at Lehigh University on Tuesday. And Goodell intends to meet there with Eagles QB Michael Vick . Goodell intends to speak with Vick about ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-03T21:36:58Z)

ORFG, SYNT, SOLF , CRWEWallstreet.com Stock Report on Tuesday!

Orofino Gold Corp. (ORFG.PK), a precious metals acquisition, exploration, and development company, acquires and explores strategically-located precious metals properties in the historically rich gold-bearing ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-03T18:09:22Z)

Pulp, Paper & Wood Industry Shows Improvement as Major Players Report Earnings, an ...

Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Paper and forest products companies Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE:WY) (Federal Way, Washington), International Paper Company (NYSE:IP) (Memphis, Tennessee) and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-03T09:41:08Z)

NRG's Second-Quarter 2010 Results Second Only to Second-Quarter 2009, an Industrial ...

SUGAR LAND, TX -- (Marketwire) -- 08/03/10 -- Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Power : generation leader NRG Energy Incorporated : (NYSE:NRG) (Princeton, New Jersey) saw a drop in income and ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-03T09:26:49Z)

Modano joining Red Wings; center signs 1-year deal

Mike Modano is joining the Detroit Red Wings. Modano confirmed his decision Tuesday in a text message to The Associated Press. It initially was reported by ScoreBoard Monthly. He told the Dallas sports magazine he wasn't ... (Source: Salon 2010-08-03T23:24:20Z)

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