Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 5, 2010, 6:40 am

NFL Notebook: Russell Okung remains unsigned

Okung still unsigned: The Seahawks have completed their sixth practice to begin training camp without top draft choice Russell Okung. Seattle's sixth-overall selection from Oklahoma State continued to be ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-04T08:06:53Z)

Modano joining Red Wings; center signs 1-year deal

Since he couldn't stay in Dallas and wasn't ready for retirement, Mike Modano made the logical choice: He's going home. The native of suburban Detroit has agreed to a one-year deal with the Red Wings. He ... (Source: Gettysburg Times 2010-08-05T03:48:00Z)

Seahawks, first-rounder Okung still don't have deal

As for one of the most influential Seahawks , 34-year-old Matt Hasselbeck? Okung will get as much empathy from the veteran quarterback as the rookie left tackle has completed training camp practices. None. "I mean ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-04T03:56:21Z)

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)

Not done yet: Veteran Modano signs 1-year deal with Red Wings

Mike Modano, 40, played 20 seasons for the Minnesota-Dallas franchise The center told ScoreBoard Monthly he wasn't ready to quit playing Modano is the leading scorer among U.S.-born players in NHL history (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-04T02:59:05Z)

Ex-Nashville Predator Dave Scatchard has new team

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Blues signed 34-year-old forward Dave Scatchard, a 13-year NHL veteran who played for the Nashville Predators last season. Terms of the deal announced Wednesday were not disclosed ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-08-05T07:08:26Z)

SkyWest unit to acquire ExpressJet

NEW YORK – Regional carriers for merger partners United and Continental Airlines are combining in an all-cash deal valued at $133 million. SkyWest Inc. said Wednesday its Atlantic Southeast Airlines unit will buy ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-08-05T07:37:04Z)

Reports: Verizon and Google reach Internet traffic deal

Verizon Communications Inc and Google Inc agreed to a deal over how Internet traffic will be treated, people familiar with the agreement told Reuters and The Associated Press. The deal centers on a set of rules that ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-05T11:18:59Z)

Mexicana airline files for bankruptcy protection

MEXICO CITY -- Debt-ridden Mexicana de Aviacion, Mexico's largest airline, announced Tuesday it filed for bankruptcy protection in Mexico and the U.S. after pilots and flight attendants rejected a deal to cut ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-02T23:54:09Z)

Sports in brief: Modano to sign with Red Wings

DALLAS — Mike Modano has decided to put off retirement and agreed to a one-year deal with the Red Wings. The 40-year-old forward played 20 seasons for the Minnesota-Dallas franchise and is the leading ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-04T03:27:43Z)

Shaq signs with Celtics

BOSTON -- The Big Three of the Boston Celtics are now a Very Big Four. The Eastern Conference champions signed 7-foot-1, 325-pound Shaquille O'Neal on Wednesday, adding the 15-time All-Star to a team needing ... (Source: Norwalk Hour 2010-08-05T13:13:30Z)

Struggling under debt, Mexicana airline files for bankruptcy protection in Mexico, US

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Debt-ridden Mexicana de Aviacion, Mexico's largest airline, announced Tuesday it filed for bankruptcy protection in Mexico and the U.S. after pilots and flight attendants rejected a deal ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-04T00:00:07Z)

Canadian-based Syrian businessman close to buying Liverpool

LONDON -- A Canadian-based consortium led by a Syrian businessman said Wednesday that it is close to buying Liverpool from the club's American owners. The statement from Yahya Kirdi, who is representing a group of ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-05T04:09:29Z)

Blues sign veteran forward Dave Scatchard to contract

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Blues have signed 34-year-old forward Dave Scatchard, a 13-year NHL veteran. Terms of the deal announced Wednesday were not disclosed. Scatchard split time last season between ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T06:25:29Z)

Todd Haley hinting at committee backfield in Kansas City

Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles had an amazing second half of 2009. Seven touchdowns and 968 rushing yards in the final eight games? That's pretty ridiculous. The Chiefs added 32-year-old Thomas ... (Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox 2010-08-05T03:12:13Z)

Google, Verizon to reach net neutrality deal

Google and Verizon are closing in on a net neutrality deal separate from ongoing talks at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which include a broader group of stakeholders. "We've been working with Google for ... (Source: Thehill.com 2010-08-05T02:50:44Z)

Ailing Mexicana airline suspends ticket sales

MEXICO CITY — Troubled Mexicana de Aviacion , Mexico's largest air carrier, indefinitely suspended ticket sales Wednesday but said it would continue operating flights for travelers who already bought them ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-05T13:06:21Z)

Report: Google, Verizon in Talks Over Net Neutrality Deal

IDG News Service — Google and Verizon are reportedly in talks over how to manage network traffic, an agreement that could influence how U.S. regulators view network neutrality, according to a report in ... (Source: CIO 2010-08-05T11:47:36Z)

Chinese government targets Liverpool deal

A takeover bid financed by the Chinese government is reported to be the preferred bidder in the race to buy Liverpool. Chairman Martin Broughton is hoping to complete a sale of the club before the end of the ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-05T07:22:45Z)

FTC: Computer buyers benefit from Intel deal

SAN FRANCISCO - The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't expect a sudden ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-05T12:44:52Z)

Pistons' Wallace gets new deal

AUBURN HILLS -- The Detroit Pistons have re-signed center Ben Wallace to a two-year contract worth $1.9 million per season. The team announced the signing Wednesday. The 35-year-old Wallace was one of Detroit ... (Source: Battle Creek Enquirer 2010-08-05T08:48:39Z)

Blues sign forward Scatchard

The St. Louis Blues have signed 34-year-old forward Dave Scatchard, a 13-year NHL veteran. Terms of the deal announced Wednesday were not disclosed. Scatchard split time last season between Nashville and ... (Source: Post-Star 2010-08-05T04:52:26Z)

Six practices deep. Seahawks, Okung still don't have deal

RENTON, Wash. -- The Seattle Seahawks have completed their sixth practice to begin training camp without top draft choice Russell Okung . Seattle's sixth-overall selection continued to be absent Tuesday from his spot as ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-04T02:01:49Z)

Big Ben strikes again in Detroit

The Detroit Pistons re-signed veteran center Ben Wallace on Wednesday. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the Detroit Free Press reported it is a two-year contract worth just under $4 ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-08-04T19:12:36Z)

SkyWest to buy ExpressJet for $133 million

NEW YORK — Regional carriers for merger partners United and Continental airlines are combining in an all-cash deal valued at $133 million. SkyWest Inc. said Wednesday its Atlantic Southeast Airlines unit ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-05T09:38:46Z)

Consumers to benefit from Intel, FTC deal

SAN FRANCISCO -- The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't expect ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-05T08:41:30Z)

Liverpool Purchase May Be Agreed On by Aug. 15, Kirdi Group Broker Says

The broker for Yahya Kirdi's bid to buy 18-time English soccer champion Liverpool said the Syrian businessman and his investment group hope to agree on a deal before the Reds open their Premier League ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-05T11:18:59Z)

Berry signs six-year, $60M deal with Chiefs, sets safety record

After being told safety Eric Berry had tweeted about coming to terms with the Kansas City Chiefs , coach Todd Haley's only comment Friday afternoon was that he hoped it was true. Typically, the Chiefs never ... (Source: NFL 2010-07-31T02:13:43Z)

FTC: Intel deal benefits computer buyers

SAN FRANCISCO — The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't expect a ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-08-05T10:57:30Z)

SkyWest to buy ExpressJet for $133M

NEW YORK — Regional carriers for merger partners United and Continental Airlines are combining in an all-cash deal valued at $133 million. SkyWest Inc., which provides service to Campbell County, said ... (Source: Gillette News Record 2010-08-04T21:21:27Z)

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