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 Jun 06, 2022
Monday Jun 06, 2022
A deep dive into prospective negotiations for Rams WR Cooper Kupp & Broncos QB Russell Wilson, plus quick thoughts on a dozen or so other potential extension candidates. Also, Aaron Judge is playing himself into the perfect next contract storm, and Rafael Nadal's magic is still unparalleled.
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Keith Smith gives thoughts on how the Pelicans and Zion Williamson may find common ground on a contract extension this offseason, including the use of injury conditionals not unlike Joel Embiid's current deal in Philly. And, Dan Soemann discusses NFL Division winner odds as the calendar flips to June, including decent valued favorites, and a few sleepers to consider.
Monday May 30, 2022
Monday May 30, 2022
A dozen notable #NFL players are absent from their respective team's OTA workouts right now. Our thoughts on the reasoning, contractual relevance, projected financials & outcomes for each. Plus, a few notable notes on the NBA Finals matchup.
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Scott Allen discusses players who stand to benefit financially from All-NBA or seasonal award selections. Plus, Sportico's Emily Caron returns to break down US Soccer's new CBA, its equal pay distribution for men & women, and plenty more. And, The Athletic's Daniel Kaplan discusses the pros and cons of professional sports leagues & teams partnering with cryptocurrency exchanges.
Sunday May 22, 2022
Sunday May 22, 2022
How the rest of the NFL offseason looks financially speaking, including Aaron Donald's contract request with the Rams. Plus, the New York Mets sit comfortably atop the NL East at the quarter turn, but injuries to their pitching aces, and a few notable positional holes leave question marks through the summer. Will they continue to add aggressively? Is a Pete Alonso extension on the horizon?
Wednesday May 18, 2022
Wednesday May 18, 2022
Keith Smith joins to break down the NBA Draft Lottery results, a few notable trade candidates, and offseason thoughts on the Nets, Clippers, Cavaliers and more. Plus, an update on recent NFL signings, including James Bradberry, Jaire Alexander, & Tyrann Mathieu.
Sunday May 15, 2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Deebo Samuel's early offseason angst had many wondering where the 49ers were headed for 2022. What does it mean that things have gone silent? Plus, early team & player surprises in MLB - both good and bad. And, how many MLB MVPs have hit the open market immediately after?
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Wednesday May 11, 2022
A dive into one player from each of the remaining #NBA playoff teams who will enter the offseason with financial questions, including extensions for Tyler Herro & Ja Morant, the future of James Harden, & what happens if Chris Paul retires? Plus, Tom Brady is about get richer.
Sunday May 08, 2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
A deep dive into the offseason moves, headlines, & financials for the rest of the NFL, stemming from the Jacksonville Jaguars to the Washington Commanders. Plus, assessing the leading MLB teams with nearly 20% of the 2022 season now behind us.
Thursday May 05, 2022
Thursday May 05, 2022
A deep offseason financial dive into the first half of NFL teams, including notable signings, draft selections, & a few question marks and headlines going forward for each. Plus, how money lost is calculated for NFL suspensions, & assessing new deals for Grady Jarrett & A.J. Brown.