My cancelation date was Sept 1 but somehow DTV managed to disconnect me yesterday (I had to watch football at a bar last night, resulting in today's mild hangover so please excuse typos)
It all worked out in the end: received a call this morning and was offered:
ST Max
$54 off bill per month for 12 months
$50 off per month the following year (but I am not committed - I can cancel after the first 12 above, allowing me to re-up and probably get ST again)
HBO / Show / Cinemax / Starz for 3 months.
No $200 gift card - I asked but was told that was not eligible with the offer above and I let it go - not a deal breaker.
What I do not understand (will call and ask about): The monthly discount is $54 but if what the caller said is true, my monthly bill with taxes will be about $75. This actually represents an $80 / month savings from my current bill. I think this is due to the package being "Extra All Included" but at any rate this is a win.
Good way to start the holiday weekend. Time for some more