

The Spotrac Podcast
Spotrac
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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Jul 22, 2024 • 37min
An MLB Trade Deadline Primer, Cowboys Progress, Kenny Clark, & Xander Schauffele
Mike Ginnitti dives deep into notable names, teams, & tax payroll implications for the looming MLB trade deadline. Plus, murmurs of progress with Dak Prescott's extension could change everything in Dallas. And, Kenny Clark's new contract in Green Bay, & Xander Schauffele's historic double major.

Jul 18, 2024 • 36min
Brandon Aiyuk, Caleb Williams, WNBA Growth, & the NBA 2nd Apron
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss Brandon Aiyuk's official trade request and future outlook, a few creative asks from Caleb Williams with his rookie contract, how the growth of the WNBA is leading to bigger tv money, & short/long-term repercussions surrounding the now infamous NBA 2nd Apron.
Presented by Authentic Audio Productions

Jul 15, 2024 • 43min
Carlos Alcaraz, Jalen Brunson, Unsigned NFL Picks, & the MLB Draft
Mike Ginnitti breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's quick rise into the Top 10 ATP Earnings, Jalen Brunson's pay-cut now, cash-in later opportunity with the Knicks, & unsigned NFL Draft Picks, before being joined by Dan Soemann to break down some of the greatest hits from this weekend's early MLB Draft rounds.

Jul 11, 2024 • 34min
Tua Trepidation, Boston’s Big Buy-In, & LeBron’s Latest
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz dive into the latest NBA Offseason moves, including more big money in Boston, LeBron's latest re-up in LA, & notable quiet teams thus far. Plus, taking the pulse of looming contract extensions for Tua, Love, & Dak as we approach NFL training camps.

Jul 1, 2024 • 39min
2024-25 NBA Numbers, Philly’s Big Push, OKC & Orlando’s Veteran Signing & More Notable Moves
Mike Ginnitti & Keith Smith detail a flurry of moves across the NBA's first big offseason weekend, including official 2024-25 cap & tax numbers, Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers, notable veteran additions for Orlando & Oklahoma City, Chris Paul's San Antonio decision, & what's left for Klay Thompson?

Jun 27, 2024 • 33min
NBA 1st Rounders, Trades, Extensions, & Future Outlooks
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz detail the 1st Round of the NBA Draft, a few notable Contract Extensions, the blockbuster Mikal Bridges trade, & a few future outlooks based on recent events. Plus, Tua's market value, Aiyuk & the Niners, & Bronny James.

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 14min
NBA & NFL Offseason Questions
Mike Ginnitti is joined by Keith Smith to discuss the early stages of NBA free agency, & a few notable storylines heading toward July. Then, Dan Soemann dives into a cause and effect for 2024 NFL teams as we approach training camp and the regular season.

Jun 20, 2024 • 35min
NBA Free Agency, Monty’s Buyout, & a Separate QB Salary Cap
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss the (new, early) start to the NBA Offseason, Monty Williams insane buyout from the Detroit Pistons, & recent developments in the NFL that have pondered a separate salary cap & pay structure for quarterbacks only. Presented by Authentic Audio Pro

Jun 17, 2024 • 34min
Capturing Bryson’s Victory, Trevor Lawrence’s Extension, & Tee Higgins’ Signed Tag
Mike Ginnitti details the stunning finish to the 2024 US Open, including financial figures, & a PR push for Bryson DeChambeau. Plus, fully breaking down Trevor Lawrence's extension in Jacksonville, what a signed franchise tag for Tee Higgins means in Cincinnati, more offseason movement from the Pittsburgh Steelers, & a less-than-impactful slap on the wrist for the Atlanta Falcons tampering violations.

Jun 10, 2024 • 1h 9min
Notable MLB Trade Teams, Current Tax Teams, & Free Agency/CBA Discussions
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann discuss a few teams to watch as we near trade season in MLB, including the White Sox, Mets, Astros, Diamondbacks, & Blue Jays. Plus, thoughts on how free agency, & the current CBA, have changed the way teams seem to be operating from a major contract standpoint.


