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!
Episodes
Mar 3, 2022
Mar 3, 2022
1hr 11 min
The MLB & MLBPA may seem far apart on their current CBA offers, but are the items on the table even primed to solve the financial problems in the game? Scott Allen & Mike Ginnitti discuss why both sides need to consider structure & rules to the money in baseball, not unlike how the NBA is currently operating (and thriving).
Feb 27, 2022
Feb 27, 2022
42 min
The Giants are rumored to be torn on what to do with Daniel Jones' $21M 5th year option for 2023. Why exercising it doesn't hold a strong track record (2:40). Is Aaron Rodgers a $50M QB? Our thoughts on why that number should be an afterthought in the real conversation (14:10). With just 9 of 22 starters currently under contract, the "run-it-back" Buccaneers might be a shell of themselves in 2022 (24:45). And, a dabble into the Draft Lottery, Free Agent Compensation, Expanded Playoffs, & CBT Threshold negotiations surrounding the MLB CBA (29:12).
Feb 23, 2022
Feb 23, 2022
41 min
Zion Williamson's absence from the New Orleans Pelicans is starting to smell like more than just a long-term injury scenario. What the future for he and the team might be if the end is already here. Plus, a dive into notable buzzwords sure to be tossed around this NFL Offseason, including free agency & tag type breakdowns, understanding restructures, voids, & accrued season.
Feb 20, 2022
Feb 20, 2022
56 min
A dive into what we've coined the Top 5 NFL Free Agents at the Quarterback, Running Back, Wide Receiver, Tight End, & Offensive Line positions, including predicted contracts & potential landing spots. Plus, the 2nd highest paid player in the NBA isn't even in the same state as his teammates - and nobody seems to care.
Feb 17, 2022
Feb 17, 2022
41 min
CBS Sports Draft Analyst Chris Trapasso discusses the positions of strengths & weaknesses for the 2022 NFL Draft Class, a dive into the top available QBs, & a few potential "unicorns" to consider. Plus. Juan Soto's $350M rejection, the NHL's LTIR loophole, & will the creativity of draft trades ramp up this NFL offseason?
Feb 13, 2022
Feb 13, 2022
38 min
With the NFL Offseason now here, a dive into a few QBs with contract questions heading toward March, including Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson, Carson Wentz, & more. Plus, Danny Heifetz from The Ringer NFL Draft Show joins to discuss his brand new QB Relationship Tiers.
Feb 11, 2022
Feb 11, 2022
45 min
Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen breakdown some of the more notable takeaways from the past week or so of NBA Trades, including Boston's surprising switch-up, Harden & the 76ers, the Porzingis/Bertans hail mary, and a thrifty OKC Thunder scenario.
Feb 10, 2022
Feb 10, 2022
55 min
Assessing 10 certain to be wrong but still Bold Predictions for the upcoming NFL offseason, including potential trades, extensions, releases & more (1:50). Plus, valuing future contracts for a few Rams & Bengals players (40:35), & our favorite Super Bowl props (49:38).
Feb 6, 2022
Feb 6, 2022
48 min
The Athletic's Matt Schneidman joins to discuss a potential plan for the Packers to keep their prized QB1 & WR1, bring back a few notable defensive pieces, and still get cap healthy in 2022. Plus, breakdowns, financials and thoughts about early NBA trades from the Cavs, Pacers, Clippers, & TrailBlazers.
Feb 3, 2022
Feb 3, 2022
49 min
Sportico's Emily Caron joins to break down a new CBA & major contract for the NWSL, a major investment into both the WNBA & Premier Hockey Federation, & even more expansion for Athlete's Unlimited. Plus, a deep dive into NFL dead cap, including examples, the June 1st trigger, how retirement & void years factor in, and plenty more.