Syracuse Univ. has signed a multiyear deal that will keep Orange teams in Nike apparel and footwear "for the immediate future." Financial terms were not disclosed. The school said Nike "will provide increased royalty revenue for all licensed products, performance-based bonuses, and base cash compensation." Syracuse AD John Wildhack in recent interviews had said that he was "talking only with Nike" (SYRACUSE.com, 6/14).

The Alameda County (Calif.) Sheriff's Office is "pursuing a charge of battery" against Raptors President of Basketball Operations Masai Ujiri, who "allegedly pushed and hit a sheriff's deputy in the face" at Oracle Arena after NBA Finals Game 6. Sheriff's Office spokesperson Ray Kelly said that Ujiri was denied access to the court "because he didn't have a proper credential." Kelly: "That's when he tried to push past our deputy." Sheriff's deputies "took witness statements and obtained video of the incident" (SFCHRONICLE.com, 6/14).

Meanwhile, the Wizards reportedly have "no imminent plans to reach out" to the Raptors to speak with Ujiri, "which means there is no massive offer being prepared" (TWITTER.com, 6/14).

Fox and FS1 drew 3.465 million viewers on Thursday for primetime coverage of the U.S. Open from 7:30-10:25pm ET, as Tiger Woods played most of his round in the window. Last year's opening round at Shinnecock Hills in New York drew 2.153 million viewers in the comparable window, from 4:30-7:40pm. Primetime coverage on Thursday from Pebble Beach peaked at 3.991 million viewers from 8:00-8:15pm. FS1's early round coverage from 12:30-7:30pm drew 1.38 million viewers compared to 1.063 million last year from 9:30-4:30pm.

FC Cincinnati received "unanimous approval" for the superstructure of its planned $250M stadium in the West End. The Cincinnati Planning Commission on Friday morning voted to "approve the final development plan for the stadium and parking garage superstructure" for the club's MLS stadium. The final development plan for the final stadium design is "expected to go before the commission in August." There also will be a "final development plan for the on-site future development" (BIZJOURNALS.com, 6/14).

Citi’s private bank line has signed a deal to sponsor early-stage sports startup incubator leAD Sports. Citi becomes the first global banking partner of leAD, which invests in and supports new companies in the traditional sports and esports space. leAD stands for "legacy of Adi Dassler," the late Founder of Adidas. leAD says some of the startups that it has worked with include German company Wingfield, which is developing tennis player data tracking technology, and U.K.-based Who Knows Wins, which is developing a social sports betting platform. leAD will have access to Citi’s banking products, while Citi Private Bank’s sports advisory and finance team will lend investment expertise to the organization.

Several charity softball games are on tap for this weekend, including the inaugural Battle For Vegas at Las Vegas Ballpark benefiting the Tyler Robinson Foundation. The game will feature a group of Golden Knights players, captained by RW Reilly Smith, taking on Pro Football HOFer Marcus Allen and a "team of Raiders." Smith's team also includes former MLBer Jose Canseco and Imagine Dragons singer Dan Reynolds. Former MLBer Shane Victorino is on Allen's squad (LAS VEGAS SUN, 6/12).

Meanwhile, Bears S Eddie Jackson "will host his inaugural Offense vs. Defense Softball Game for charity" at Boomers Stadium in Schaumburg, Ill. There also will be a home run derby (CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 6/13).

As of noon ET on Friday, merchandise sales on NBAStore.com had already eclipsed last year’s clinch-day sales by 66%. The Warriors beat the Cavs in four games in '18, ending the series on a Friday night (THE DAILY). 

The Association for Women in Sports Media on Friday honored longtime Boston Globe reporter Jackie MacMullan with its Mary Garber Pioneer Award (AWSM).

NASCAR has signed a new licensee deal with collegiate/alumni gift maker M.LaHart & Co. to make branded merchandise for the sanctioning body. The licensee has rolled out a new website at GoToVictoryLane.com, where it has items like a NASCAR logo pearl bracelet for $475, driver-branded retro leather flasks for $79 and a U.S.A.-shaped NASCAR-branded cutting board for $59 (Adam Stern, THE DAILY).

MSG announced that a rodeo will be held at the venue for the first time in 29 years next year when The Cowboy Channel’s Rodeo New York event comes to town on Father’s Day Weekend (Stern).

"France is trying to get a little more involved in baseball. ... Anytime you can do something to promote the game and be an ambassador to the game, I think that’s a good thing" -- Giants manager Bruce Bochy, on being asked to manage Team France in the next World Baseball Classic. Bochy was born in Landes de Bussac, where his father was stationed in the Army (S.F. CHRONICLE, 6/14).

"We are going to get very innovative over the next couple years" -- Gator Bowl CEO Rick Catlett, on drawing more fans to the game as it prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary with its next iteration (BIZJOURNALS.com, 6/14).

I feel fairly confident in saying the Raptors are the first team to ever clinch a championship while wearing a uniform created specifically in recognition of qualifying for the previous seasons playoffs.

Also while wearing a jersey that didn't have their team name or logo on it.

— Chris Creamer (@sportslogosnet) June 14, 2019

excellent point just made on @SiriusXMNHL that in every major pro sport other than the NHL, team owners get the trophy first...Hockey gives it first to the players who actually won the championship...

— Steve Levy (@espnSteveLevy) June 14, 2019

BREAKING: Sources tell @TheAthletic that Mikey Garcia and Danny Garcia have agreed to terms for a fall showdown. I analyze what the fight means for each boxer in what will surely be billed as another chapter in the storied Mexico-Puerto Rico rivalry https://t.co/rPR5vwE0h3

— Mike Coppinger (@MikeCoppinger) June 14, 2019

My last look at “home” Wed.night. Heading to Cooperstown shortly but not before a note of thanks, respect, gratitude & friendship to my #Angels family, players & staff, alumni, media personnel, our community, #MLB friends & so many others. Thank you a million times over! pic.twitter.com/eFqzSOpsoz

— Tim Mead (@TMead2002) June 14, 2019

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Recently retired NBA champion @tonyparker is here! 🏀😎#LeMans24 #WEC #SuperFinale #NBA @idecsportracing pic.twitter.com/OvwAcaYF4G

— 24 Hours of Le Mans (@24hoursoflemans) June 14, 2019

Bud Light

Bud Light is celebrating the Blues and their first championship by brewing a special batch of beer infused with the sounds of the Blues' unofficial victory anthem, "Gloria." To create the beer, Bud Light will be playing "Gloria" by Laura Branigan on repeat, 24/7 for the entire brewing process. The tank will be wrapped in decorative Blues colors and will be signed by every member of the team. Once ready, the beer will be poured into limited-edition championship packs that will be released later this year. During the brewing process, Bud Light will initiate a "Gloria" livestream on Twitch, allowing fans to watch for the next three weeks (Bud Light).

Saturday

Gillette Stadium hosts Monster Jam with a slate featuring both male and female monster truck drivers. 

The XFL stages its DC Summer Showcase for potential players at the St. James sports complex beginning at 10:30am ET, the fourth of eight such events. The league staged a Summer Showcase on Friday in Montclair, N.J.

SeatGeek surveyed about 8,000 MLB fans to create a new interactive ballpark guide. The Pirates' PNC Park was rated No. 1 for atmosphere, while the White Sox' Guaranteed Rate Field took top honors for food and the Braves' SunTrust Park had the best score for bathrooms. See the full guide on SeatGeek.com.

93 -- Number of College World Series games that have featured an SEC team since '10, out of 144 games total, equating to 64.6%. That time span also includes four national titles for the conference (TWITTER.com, 6/14). This year's eight-team field includes four SEC teams: Arkansas, Auburn, Mississippi State and Vanderbilt (THE DAILY).