The NFL plans to “increase its social justice footprint by pledging to donate $250 million over a 10-year period.” The commitment “extends and expands the initial deal owners struck with the Players Coalition that likely would have surpassed $100 million during its term.” One league official indicated the additional funds owners have approved are intended to “combat systemic racism and support the battle against the ongoing and historic injustices faced by African Americans.” The NFL also will collaborate with players to “determine new paths forward in support of programs to address criminal justice reform, police reform and economic and educational advancement of underprivileged communities” (THEUNDEFEATED.com, 6/11).

UConn AD David Benedict today is expected to "present his plan for cutting down his department’s budget" by $10M, or 25% of the university’s subsidy to the department. It is "widely anticipated that the athletics proposal could include the elimination of some of UConn’s 24 varsity sports." The athletic department spent $80.9M in '19, and received a $42.3M subsidy from the university, the "highest in the nation." UConn’s 24 varsity sports are "eight more than required by the NCAA to maintain Division I status and six more than the average Big East school" (HARTFORD COURANT, 6/12). The HARTFORD COURANT goes with the header, "Cutting UConn Football Isn’t The Prudent Move Or Simple Solution."

Disney, NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, the NBA and the NFL are "expanding deals to supply Snapchat with customized short-form content." Disney has "long had an agreement with Snap that covers exclusive content from ESPN; the new deal also covers Disney-owned properties like ABC and Freeform." Under the expanded NFL deal, the league will "triple the number of what it calls 'near real-time' highlights shows on Snapchat." The league also will "continue to supply Snapchat with other video programming year-round and develop augmented-reality lenses and filters tied to specific teams and events, including the Super Bowl" (N.Y. TIMES, 6/12).

The NBA 2K League this morning is announcing four new partners in Tissot, Jostens, SAP and GameStop, bringing its partner roster to 13. Tissot, a pre-existing NBA partner, will now sponsor the shot clock that shows up on-screen during games and will also debut a new digital content series; Jostens becomes the official championship ring partner; SAP is presenting partner of the league's stats website and will provide insights during games; and GameStop becomes official video game retailer of the league.

The league season started last month with online-only matches. League Managing Dir Brendan Donohue: "We’re thrilled by the level of interest and support from fans and partners for our third season. We’re excited to work with such a wide range of companies that share our commitment to growing the NBA 2K League, and we thank all of them for their collaboration to engage new and returning fans in creative ways.”

Mets COO Jeff Wilpon said that there are “four or five parties interested in buying the team.” He told the UJA-Federation of N.Y., “The team will have some kind of transaction, I can’t tell you exactly what it’s going to be and how it’s going to look. But we’re working toward a transaction. Wilpon did not “reveal any further details on any potential sale.” He said, “When we have something to truly announce and tell you about, we’ll do that” (N.Y. POST, 6/12). Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment co-Managing Partners Josh Harris and David Blitzer earlier this week expressed their interest in the team, while Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez have been linked to the Mets as well (THE DAILY).

The NCAA Football Oversight Committee has approved a “revised preseason calendar” for college football, though it “still needs to be approved by the NCAA Division I Council” next week. The plan would have teams “spending several weeks in late July doing weight training and conditioning before starting a 29-day preseason camp on Aug. 7.” The goal is to “offset the loss of spring football workouts and offseason conditioning that were canceled or drastically modified due to the coronavirus pandemic.” The plan “depends on the continuing impact of the COVID-19 outbreak at the local and state levels” (ORLANDO SENTINEL, 6/12).

Members of the executive council of the WNBPA spoke with team representatives last night, which means the league and the player's union "could be near an agreement on the season," according to a source. All players "should soon be informed of the latest proposals from the WNBA regarding the 2020 season, which will then be up for their approval, if they follow the proscribed process." The league is "projected to have a 22-game regular season, starting July 24, with play at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida" (ESPN.com, 6/12).

The Golden Knights plan to reopen City National Arena this afternoon, though all voluntary team workouts “will remain closed to the public because of the NHL’s return-to-play guidelines.” The in-arena restaurant “will reopen for dine in and takeout,” while open skates for people who have pre-registered online “will resume Sunday.” The team store, The Arsenal, “will remain open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day using its side entrance” (LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL, 6/12).

Several late night hosts touched on NASCAR's banning of Confederate flags, with NBC’s Seth Meyers saying, “I don't know much about NASCAR, other than the fact that 38% of the drivers seem to be named Rusty, but that's an impressive step to take. I applaud you and if some of your fans boo, maybe you can just drown them out by, I don't know, driving 50 cars 200 miles-per -hour around a track" (“Late Night,” NBC, 6/11). NBC’s Jimmy Fallon: “Hopefully, the gesture will make NASCAR more inclusive. Right now, NASCAR is so white the only merch they sell are New Balance sneakers and SPF 100” (“The Tonight Show,” NBC, 6/11). CBS’ Stephen Colbert: “NASCAR’s getting more progressive. I guess I shouldn't be surprised. All they do is turn left” (“The Daily Show,” Comedy Central, 6/11).

Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein plans to "donate more than $1 million to groups supporting Black Lives Matter, including the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Equal Justice Initiative, Color of Change, Campaign Zero and the Jackie Robinson Foundation" (CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 6/12).

The Univ. of Cincinnati BOT "will discuss removing former Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott's name from the UC baseball stadium at its June 23 board meeting" (CINCINNATI ENQUIRER, 6/12).

Beginning this year, Nike will "observe Juneteenth as an annual paid holiday." Juneteenth, which takes place June 19, is a holiday "celebrating when the last slaves found out about the Emancipation Proclamation" (Portland OREGONIAN, 6/12).

People who bought season tickets or single-game tickets for Inter Miami games this season “will be contacted by the team in the coming days to discuss their options” (MIAMI HERALD, 6/12).

The Golden Guardians, the esports affiliate of the Warriors, signed a "partnership extension with Twitch." In addition to "continuing to stream exclusively on Twitch, the esports organization will add the Twitch logo to game day jerseys" (ESPORTSOBSERVER.com, 6/11).

“I regret that that didn’t happen in some fashion. I wish we would have contributed to it because he deserved to play” -- Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, on the team not signing Colin Kaepernick after working him out in ’17 (SEATTLE TIMES, 6/12).

"We have a systemic racism problem in the country. It affects all of our institutions. Baseball isn’t immune to it. The way we discussed it was, we have to have a voice. We can’t sit quietly and watch the pain and suffering that continues to happen throughout our country, watching history repeat itself and not say something with the voices we collectively have" -- Mets Exec VP & GM Brodie Van Wagenen (N.Y. DAILY NEWS, 6/12).

"We won’t let the conversation die. We will do our part to see that systemic racism, particularly with the police, remains a topic of conversation until it leads to meaningful change" -- WNBA Minnesota Lynx head coach & GM Cheryl Reeve (Minneapolis STAR TRIBUNE, 6/12).

The CHICAGO TRIBUNE goes with the header, "NASCAR Made The Right Call Banning The Confederate Flag -- Whether It Was Motivated By Financial Reasons Or Not." When NASCAR "took an action that has been far, far too long in coming by banning the Confederate flag, the only thing to do is applaud." The decision was "smart business." Any fan who "wants to bail can find another sport." The decision on banning the flag is a "genius marketing gambit by NASCAR" (CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 6/12).

Also:

• Top international players "uneasy on U.S. Open plan as decision nears."
• A look at how the T'Wolves "want to lead fight against racial inequality."
• College athletes are forcing a "shift in protest movement."
• LeBron James is "focused on voting rights now, and there is no stopping him."
• The "crippling impact of schools cutting sports."

I love baseball but I don’t like it very much right now.

— Karl Ravech (@karlravechespn) June 12, 2020

I think we can all agree golf is so much better without people yelling mashed potatoes every 2 seconds

— Paige Spiranac (@PaigeSpiranac) June 11, 2020

The @PGATOUR perhaps reacting to some criticism about players and caddies not adhering to safety protocols, sent a text to caddies tonight urging them to wipe down flagsticks and not hand players clubs #CharlesSchwabChallenge #pgatour

— NYPost_Cannizzaro (@MarkCannizzaro) June 12, 2020

Thursday’s 10-race card at Belmont Park @TheNYRA generated all sources handle of $10,563,156, an 85% increase over 6/13/2019 ($5,710,487). Thanks to the horsemen and players for the continued support of this most unusual spring/summer meet.

— Patrick McKenna (@PCMckenna) June 11, 2020

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During this crisis impacting the sports business, we want everyone to be up-to-date on the latest news and information. Here are the top headlines from last night's SBJ Unpacks: The Road Ahead -- PGA Tour Swings Away.

• PGA Tour Senior VP On Golf's Official Return
• LAFC Adds To Expansive Ownership Group
• Spring Training Locales Top Of Mind For MLB Clubs
• NBA, Union Plan Won't Punish Player For Bubble Opt-Out

Last night’s “Final Jeopardy!” category was “Medical History.”

“One of the first recorded autopsies was performed on this man and revealed 23 puncture marks.”

“Who was Julius Caesar?”