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
Sunday Jul 10, 2022
Sunday Jul 10, 2022
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.
Wednesday Jul 06, 2022
Wednesday Jul 06, 2022
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.
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
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?
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
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.
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
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.
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
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?
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
With the 2022 NBA Draft here, we dive into questions on the rookie scale, potential trade ups, best fits, future thoughts on Bradley Beal, John Wall, the Jazz, Knicks, Thunder, and plenty more.
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli joins to discuss the floundering Washington Nationals, and where the team may be headed with a franchise sale, a full rebuild, & Juan Soto. Plus, Dan Soemann updates us on MLB teams and players to watch via trade, new contract, or betting values. And, Minkah Fitzpatrick locks in historic numbers with the Steelers, and Baker Mayfield's market may be reheating.
Monday Jun 13, 2022
Monday Jun 13, 2022
Mike Ginnitti discusses the numbers and trends behind the financial market resets at each NFL position over the past few years. Plus, the Stanley Cup final is worth the price of admission, LIV payouts explained, and why the Orioles deserve so much better.
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
As the NFL breaks for the summer, Deshaun Watson's off-field storylines are only increasing. Will the league step in? Are the Browns properly covered? What if this drags into 2023? Plus, Aaron Rodgers' future & financials in Green Bay, & why the NFL salary cap is real, even if it feels like a mirage at times. And, an early June assessment of MLB buyers and sellers, and which names may hit the trade block come July.