The Spotrac Podcast

MLB Awards, Giannis’ Financial Future, Hockensen’s Pay Day, & NFL 53-Man Numbers

Mike Ginnitti details a few notable numbers surrounding MLB's upcoming season-end awards, potential scenarios for Giannis Antetokounmpo's financial future, T.J. Hockensen's recent extension in Minnesota, & the NFL's Initial 53-Man Rosters.

MLB Waivers, Tabled NFL Extensions, Potential Holdouts, & the Cardinals

Brandon Kravitz tees up conversations surrounding the Colts & Jonathan Taylor's relationship, Joe Burrow's pending deal, potential in-season holdouts for Nick Bosa & Chris Jones, & plenty more. Plus, what the Angels recent waiver moves signify.

Trey Lance & Dallas, Hovland’s Big Month, & NFL Cutdown Week

Mike Ginnitti breaks down what Trey Lance's move to Dallas means for him, Dak Prescott, & more. Plus, Viktor Hovland's PGA Pay Day, an Awkard NBA Month, & NFL Cutdown Week.

Ohtani’s Devaluation, Trey Lance’s Next Play, & Auston Matthews’ Pay Day

Brandon Kravitz & Mike Ginnitti tackle a bevy sports business topics, including Shohei Ohtani's now complicated offseason, Jonathan Taylor's trade deadline, Chris Jones' holdout threat, Trey Lance's future,& Auston Matthews' historic extension.

Jonathan Taylor’s Looming Trade, Dalvin & Zeke’s Breakdowns, & NFL Starter Average Salaries

Mike Ginnitti details the recent signings of Dalvin Cook to the Jets & Ezekiel Elliott to the Pats, then brings into focus potential trade compensation, likely destinations, & extension possibilities for Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts. Then, a numbers-driven discussion about just how big the QB position has become.

Evaluating Wide Receiver Contracts for Fantasy Purposes Plus Dalvin & Zeke’s Landing Spots

Dan Soemann discusses a few notable Wide Receivers who either received a contract or are in the process of looking for one, from a Fantasy Football perspective. Then, contractual & fantasy ramifications for Dalvin Cook to the Jets & Ezekiel Elliott to the Patriots. (50:50)

Evaluating the 10 Largest MLB Free Agent Contracts from 2023

Dan Soemann & Mike Ginnitti evaluate the 10 Largest Contracts signed this past MLB Free Agency, including breakout discussions about how each fit in their respective team's immediate & long term future.

Evaluating Running Back Contracts for Fantasy Purposes & the Latest NFL Franchise Valuations

Dan Soemann discusses a few notable Running Backs who either received a contract or are in the process of looking for one, from a Fantasy Football perspective. Then, Scott Allen updates us on the latest NFL Franchise Valuation figures from Sportico, including biggest risers/fallers, where things may be headed, and just how high the Dallas Cowboys have soared to.

NFL Quarterback Contract Tiers, Women’s World Cup Financials, & the College Football Chaos

Sportico's Emily Caron joins to discuss the financial outcomes for each USWNT player based on their early World Cup exit, the semantics of the USA Soccer CBA, & her thoughts on where this continued College Football shake up is taking us. Plus, Dan Soemann & Mike Ginnitti discuss some of the greatest hits from Spotrac's 2023 Quarterback Contract Tiers.

A 2023 MLB Trade Deadline Full Recap

Dan Soemann joins to discuss a variety of moves from the MLB deadline, including notable players who changed teams, a few who didn't, how the divisions now break down post deadline, & of course, the continuation of the Mets "pay-to-purge" plan.