The Spotrac Podcast
Get even more connected to the finances in professional sports as we dive deeper into contracts, salaries, & the cap payrolls of the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and more!
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Episodes
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann dive into the looming MLB Trade Deadline, detailing 2023's biggest positive & negative surprise teams, which are heading toward buying, a few slam dunk sellers, & notable candidates to be moved in the coming weeks. Plus, are the Mets stuck in mud, how should the Angels be operating for the next 4 months, and which young team should push the gas pedal down to the floor.
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Mike Ginnitti dives into Saquon Barkley's recent statement regarding a holdout from his unsigned franchise tag, Josh Jacobs' eerily quiet unsigned status, Dalvin Cook's venture into free agency, and the larger conversation surrounding value, term, & multi-year guarantee for this squashed running back position.
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Dan Soemann joins the show to identify where value currently exists in betting NFL Divisional winners, including a few long shot teams who could be in the mix down the stretch. Plus, making early sense of the PGA/LIV merger, its exclusive financial backing, & where things may be headed from here. And, Jacob deGrom's elbow surgery is a costly loss for the Texas Rangers both on the field, and in the books.
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Mike Ginnitti offers a little analysis & betting advice for the currently locked up NBA Finals matchup. Plus, a little clarity surrounding Ed Oliver's surprise extension in Buffalo, comparing construction/public funding costs for recently built NFL stadiums as the Bills break ground in Orchard Park. Potential new developments in the $56M Oakland A's future, & question mark contracts from each NFL team.
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Mike Ginnitti details the 6 NFL teams set to gain cap space thanks to their respective Post June 1st Designated releases, including how both 2023 & 2024 have been impacted. Plus, the March Arizona Cardinals & the May Arizona Cardinals appear to be two different franchises, so where is this team headed in 2023 & beyond? And, Deandre Hopkins is officially a free agent, and the big sharks are circling him. What kind of contract is to be expected in the coming days?
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Mike Ginnitti details the latest evidence of financial struggles at the running back position, as Austin Ekeler's push for a new contract was converted into earnable incentives. Then, Keith Smith joins to break down his Top 10 NBA Free Agents to be, what's next for the Lakers, & more specifically, what's next for Austin Reaves?
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
PGA Championship Payouts, Aaron Hicks' ousting from New York, an undrafted free agent recap, and the Best Available NFL Free Agents remaining this summer.
Friday May 19, 2023
Friday May 19, 2023
With MLB now at the quarter turn, Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann evaluate notable free agent contracts, extensions & trades from this winter. Plus, detailing potential award candidates, Top Payroll Playoff possibilities, & a few surprises thus far.
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
Mike Ginnitti details James Harden's pending player option/free agency, Ja Morant's (5:50) looming suspension, & a Warriors offseason (7:42) that may not be as explosive as currently advertised. Plus NBA Draft Lottery Odds (16:53), notable MLB Free Agents (24:34), & Matt Ryan's career earnings (28:07) as he heads into the CBS booth.
Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
With new contracts for Jalen Hurts & Lamar Jackson now on the books, the Kansas City Chiefs haven't been shy about their intent to make good on what has been a cash-friendly Patrick Mahomes deal. Our thoughts on what changes may be coming to his current contract. Plus, breaking down Jordan Love's win-win deal in Green Bay, and which NBA players are set to cash in with All-NBA selections under their belt.