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

Monday Apr 11, 2022

A dive into the final financials for the NBA regular season, including playoff spenders, most money doled out for injuries, fines, suspensions, & quick thoughts on the upcoming play-in series. Plus, the Yankees were fully transparent about their negotiations with soon to be free agent Aaron Judge.

Wednesday Apr 06, 2022

Stefon Diggs' new contract with the Bills is yet another push forward for a WR market that has taken off this spring. Plus, Keith Smith talks financial futures for Ayton, Beal, Harden, Zion, LaVine, & more. And, a few fun facts & figures surrounding MLB payrolls heading into 2022.

Sunday Apr 03, 2022

Dan Soemann joins to help preview the upcoming MLB season, including notable offseason moves, signings, & remaining options. Plus, how will the 12-team playoff alter our thinking of roster building, which teams seem viable for division titles, and best and worst contracts heading toward April. Also, Xavien Howard's sort of extension in Miami, and another Oakland A's fire sale.

Thursday Mar 31, 2022

Lamar Jackson's next contract with Baltimore has risen to the top of the NFL offseason rumor mountain. Why the process to pay him isn't as formulaic as it used to be. Plus, are the Seahawks in a position to extend D.K. Metcalf, or is he destined for a 2023 franchise tag? And, a few safe & potentially scary recently signed NFL free agent contracts.

Monday Mar 28, 2022

Defining which NBA players have been the best at their "position" in any given year has become increasingly difficult. With millions attached to All-NBA designations, our thoughts on how the league can modify this process going forward. Plus, Zion Williamson headlines a list of potential star players on the early trade block. And, the NFL has had an offseason, but is that type of movement here to stay?

Wednesday Mar 23, 2022

It didn't take long for nearly every QB rumored to be on the move to finalize his position for the 2022 season. Mike Ginnitti discusses the new landing spots, guaranteed costs, & potential outlook for the 10 or so QBs who changed teams or signed new contracts, including thoughts on what's next for Baker Mayfield. Plus The Athletic's Lindsey Adler joins to break down a seemingly quiet offseason, and why she believes that might be exactly what the doctor ordered.

Sunday Mar 20, 2022

Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen discuss the big NFL moves of the week, including Aaron Rodgers in, Davante Adams out. How the Raiders big offseason shuffle appears to be 100% calculated. And why the NFL might never be the same after these latest transactions. Plus, MLB Free Agency has now poured in over $3.1B of new signings.

Wednesday Mar 16, 2022

Mike Ginnitti discusses Aaron Rodgers' contract details, Von Miller's terms in Buffalo, plus overall team moves for the Chargers, Jaguars, & Cardinals. Plus, Kris Bryant to the Rockies, a new contender in the AL East, & how the Nationals are stepping up their offer to Juan Soto.

Sunday Mar 13, 2022

Tom Brady's un-retirement adds a new wrinkle to the NFC, and brings to light new questions surrounding his current, and likely new contract in Tampa Bay. Plus, Kirk Cousins has done it again - contractually speaking. And, Deshaun Watson's market appears to be refining itself.

Friday Mar 11, 2022

Our thoughts on the best & worst additions or omissions surrounding MLB's newly ratified CBA, including minimum salaries, expanded playoffs, & the draft process. Plus, Carson Wentz's move to Washington isn't surprising, but his contract situation is. And, Khalil Mack becomes the latest piece of evidence that the Chargers may be "all-in" for 2022.

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