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
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
A 6-pack of sports business topics, including Early MLB Contracts, Professional Coaching Pay, the Jets' QB carousel, $90M of shares for the Packers, the financial future of Cy Young winners, and an early assessment of the Top NBA Free Agent signings.
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
Russell Wilson's first NFL shutout layers onto an already tenuous future in Seattle. What could be next for he and the Seahawks? Plus, putting dollars, sense, & future teams into 25 of MLB's most notable free agents.
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Mike Ginnitti updates an important clarification with Odell Beckham Jr.'s contract situation, then breaks down a few goods and bads from Scott Boras' annual State of MLB release. Then, Scott Allen joins to discuss how fines work in the NBA, an update on Simmons/Irving in that regard, and how the NFL handles this a little differently.
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Mike Ginnitti breaks down a wild 4 weeks of NFL results, and how it factors into current team and player gambling odds going forward. Plus, a deep dive into Odell Beckham Jr's path out of Cleveland & onto a new roster this week, both from a football & financial standpoint. And, understanding and highlighting the 14 Qualifying Offers handed out in MLB, and a few that weren't, plus the 2021 Gold Glovers financially.
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Recapping a quiet NFL Trade Deadline, a financial update on Henry Ruggs, a few quick NBA Money Hits with Keith Smith, & bullet points for the upcoming MLB CBA negotiations with Cousin Dan.
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
With a weird week 8 now almost in the books, we'll take a deep dive into how a variety of financial metrics are stacking up with teams in comparison to winning percentage. Plus, it was a great weekend for backup QBs, but has the idea of the QB2 changed?
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Mike Ginnitti breaks down a few notable trade candidates from each position group. Plus, ESPN's Paul Hembekides (@PaulHembo)joins to discuss the World Series matchup, a Starting Pitcher Devaluation, CBA negotiations, & a strong free agent class.
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
A financial & future breakdown of Sam Darnold's situation with the Panthers, Jalen Hurts' with the Eagles, & Trey Lance & the 49ers going forward. Plus, how a potential Deshaun Watson move could factor in. And, the Braves & Astros begin their quest for the World Series tomorrow night. Scott Allen breaks down some financials, odds, and future movement scenarios.
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Sportico Sports Business reporter Emily Caron breaks down a strong 25th WNBA season, an expansion for Athlete's Unlimited, the strength & timeline for NBA "academies", and yet more NCAA Football coaching buyouts. Plus, assessing the 2018 NBA draft picks who did, & didn't, get a rookie extension. And, top offseason spenders, current salaries, team payrolls, and financial valuations for the 2021-22 NHL season.
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen preview the upcoming NBA regular season, including last minute Rookie Extensions, Questions for Contenders, the Ben Simmons' saga, & looming drama unfolding for Zion Willimson and the Pelicans. Plus, our NBA picks & the Best 2021 NFL Additions.