The Spotrac Podcast

The Juan Soto Trade Show

Juan Soto's trade out of Washington doesn't just seem possible, it appears imminent. Dan Soemann discusses which teams are involved, the types of prospect offers that should be considered, a rental versus long-term buy, and plenty more. Plus, LIV Golf is already expanding, and a bit of a calm before another NBA storm?

Kyler Murray’s Extension, WR Money Tiers, & the NHL Offseason Lives

Kyler Murray's extension in Arizona becomes the next big NFL contract to dissect every which way. Mike Ginnitti breaks down the cap & cash flow, strong guarantee structure, and all the facts & figures surrounding the massive deal. Plus, categorizing 60 Wide Receiver contracts into financial tiers was bound to bring out a few nuggets.

Juan Soto’s Offer, Deandre Ayton’s Max, NBA Summer Moves, & NFL Updates

The Nationals found another way to make $400M+ look bad this week, sending Juan Soto onto the trade block with their most recent offer. Plus, Deandre Ayton returns to the Suns on a "max contract". What that means for Phoenix, what's next for the Pacers, and how does the rest of the summer look from a trade perspective. And, outlining current Starting QB Money Tiers, what the future holds for Orlando Brown, Mike Gesicki, Dalton Schultz, & Jessie Bates.

NHL Free Agency, the Restricted Royals, an Orioles Surge, & Projecting NFL Headlines

Dan Soemann & Mike Ginnitti recap a solid first 24 hours to the NHL offseason, including trade, extension, & free agent movements. Then, the Royals will head to Toronto plenty short-handed, what that means for the future trade markets. And, the Orioles are dead last in the AL East, but over .500 and suddenly relevant. Plus, it's all quiet in the NFL right now - but coming soon...

NBA Breakdowns & More Wide Receiver Money

Bradley Beal's loyalty to Washington landed him the most security in the NBA. Plus, what's holding up Brunson & the Knicks, are the Timberwolves a sneaky good zag team, and more official contract breakdowns from the across the league. Also, Terry McLaurin joins a dozen other wide receivers with a new contract this offseason. How his numbers stack up to the rest.

The Baker Mayfield Trade, MLB Best Values, Aaron Judge’s Finale, and Complicated Durant Ideas

Baker Mayfield's move to Carolina was inevitable, but when, and how exactly the financials would split up, were very much unknown. Mike Ginnitti breaks down the numbers and outlook for today's big move. Plus, a midseason look at MLB's best values based on our True Value Stat, the Yankees might be preparing for a big Aaron Judge finale, and trading Kevin Durant isn't as easy as 1-2-3, says the CBA.

NBA Free Agency, Brunson & the Knicks, Gobert’s Trade, Durant Next?

Rudy Gobert's trade price may have torn a hole in the potential for other NBA stars to move this summer. That won't stop Kevin Durant from trying. What his latest trade demand means for the NBA, and its comparison to other sports right now. Plus, did the Knicks illegally woo Jalen Brunson, where will James Harden's "hero deal" land, and Lu Dort got what?

Ranking the Top 10 2022 NFL Trades, & Freddie Freeman’s Regretful Free Agency

It was another NFL offseason loaded with blockbuster trades, headlined by a few big time quarterback moves, and the "Summer of the WR". Which transactions made the list? Plus, Freddie Freeman's return to Atlanta brought out a whole lot more than sweet emotions. What went down this winter that has the former MVP firing his representation and speaking out.

NBA Free Agency, Trade Candidates, Important Dates, & Betting Values

The week leading up to the new NBA League Year never disappoints, as option decisions are do, last minute transactions from the current year are finalized, and reports begin to circulate about who may be headed where. Scott Allen helps walk us through the semantics of how the upcoming offseason could lay out, including free agency thoughts, trade candidates, team betting values, & plenty more. Plus, evaluating Shohei Ohtani was impossible, but we tried. And, NFL content buyers beware this week.

NBA Draft Takeaways, Judge vs. Ohtani, & More Deshaun Contract Thoughts

Keith Smith recaps a few notable highlights from the NBA Draft, and their effect on potential outcomes this offseason. Plus, Aaron Judge finally has a 2022 salary, what the process means for his future financially, and how Shohei Ohtani's situation should start to be monitored. And, should the Browns actually want Deshaun Watson suspended for all of 2022?