There is a "groundswell of support" for former Louisville AD Tom Jurich to be named to the same post with USF, according to sources. The sources said that among those "backing Jurich are major boosters and even some current USF coaches." Jurich "neither fueled nor extinguished the speculation." Just how "seriously he would be considered" by USF President Dr. Judy Genshaft is unknown. To this point, USF's AD search committee has "met only once, at which time no candidate was mentioned by name." However, it is "widely believed the school wants to announce a new AD before July 4" (TAMPAYBAY.com, 6/22).

The CFL Toronto Argonauts have sold "approximately 16,000 tickets for their home opener Saturday night," a Grey Cup rematch with the Calgary Stampeders at BMO Field. The venue has a seating capacity of "about 26,500 for football but that’s been reduced to 18,000 with the temporary closing of the upper-east balcony." MLSE this offseason "reduced the average ticket price" by 23%. So about 2,600 tickets "will be sold" for as low as $15 (all figures C) per game for season-ticket holders and $19 per game for single-seat buyers. The Argos also have "boosted season-tickets sales" by 25%, to 6,000 (CP, 6/21).

The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series returns to Sonoma Raceway on Sunday for the first time since fires ravaged the area in October, and the speedway will "pay tribute to those affected, recognizing first responders and local heroes and lending its support to ongoing rebuilding efforts." During the pre-race show Sunday, several people who were "nominated for heroic acts during the fires will be honored as part of the raceway’s 'Sonoma Rising' initiative." The top 10 NASCAR drivers will be "introduced alongside first responders from North Bay agencies." About 1,100 fire survivors "will be treated to a day at the races through the initiative" (Santa Rosa PRESS DEMOCRAT, 6/22).

MSG Networks on Monday will debut two shows, “Knicks Night Live” and “Rangers Night Live,” which will feature analysis and commentary on both teams’ recent draft selections and the upcoming NBA and NHL free agency periods. The weekly, three-part series for both teams will premiere with “Rangers Night Live” airing at 8:00pm ET, followed by “Knicks Night Live” at 8:30pm. Rangers host and reporter John Giannone will be joined on the Rangers show by analysts Steve Valiquette and Dave Maloney. The Knicks show will feature Al Trautwig alongside analysts Alan Hahn and Wally Szczerbiak.

The NCAA has launched a national search to identify candidates for its Exec VP/Regulatory Affairs position, formerly held by Oliver Luck (THE DAILY).

Workers have "begun erecting large towers that are part of the 'beer garden connector'" to link N. Old World 3rd St. with the new Bucks arena (JSONLINE.com, 6/22).

Monumental Sports & Entertainment has been named an '18 Top Workplace by the Washington Post (MS&E)

Chip Ganassi Racing announced technology firm First Data is expanding its partnership to support driver Ed Jones for this weekend's Verizon IndyCar Series Kohler Grand Prix at Road America (Chip Ganassi Racing).

“Free agency really opens up a player’s eyes to markets out there and the business side of it -- which is the ugly side” -- Red Sox DH J.D. Martinez, on his offseason, which concluded when he signed in March (SPORTS.YAHOO.com, 6/22).

“This was more than just an assignment for me. I’m genuinely upset and taken a back. I thought I would be here for a long time” -- Former NBC Sports Philadelphia sideline reporter Molly Sullivan, on not having her contract renewed after six years (PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, 6/22).

Question to Iceland coach: "Do you regret letting your players spend time with their wives and families"

— Jenna Fryer (@JennaFryer) June 22, 2018

Lanny Wadkins—referencing Colin Montgomerie's famed rabbit ears—during a discussion on whether a shot clock should be tried on the Champions Tour: "It'd have to be a quiet clock."

— Mike O'Malley (@GD_MikeO) June 22, 2018

As noted by @BDGallof, Garth Snow is here in Dallas with the #Isles contingent. Don’t know if he’ll be at the draft table tonight.

— Arthur Staple (@StapeAthletic) June 22, 2018

Marc Moser will be new Avs TV play-by-play man, once some paperwork clears. Radio job remains wide open @BSNDenver

— Adrian Dater (@adater) June 22, 2018

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ICYMI: Paradise Pricing is coming to FAU Stadium and basically every other school in the country is jealous. 🤷‍♂️ #WinningInParadise pic.twitter.com/0bJ03jGZhe

— #WinningInParadise (@FAUAthletics) June 22, 2018

Friday

The Sabres are holding an NHL Draft Party at KeyBank Center's Alumni Plaza at 7:00pm ET. The first 3,000 fan will receive scratch-off cards that will win a prize.

Saturday

The day has been designated the first "Go Hoop Day," a global basketball holiday.

$950,000 -- Annual compensation for Oklahoma State AD Mike Holder as part of a new extension signed through '21 (OSU).