The Spotrac Podcast

Dan Soemann breaks down the current needs & potential additions to a Dodgers roster that is dealing with more turnover than usual, plus the likely paydays for Justin Verlander & Jacob deGrom. Then, Keith Smith assesses the future of Myles Turner & other big men that could be on the move this season.

Mike Ginnitti recaps the latest in MLB's offseason, including a few trades, even fewer signings, & notable non-tenders from the past week of business. Plus, a look ahead to the 2023 NFL Salary Cap, including a projected league threshold, teams with the most and fewest Top 51 space, and a few players no longer on the "roster bubble".

Mike Ginnitti recaps the MLB Qualifying Offer decisions, including projected contracts for the 12 players who declined. Plus, the NBA has always been a pay-to-play league. Is 2022-23 any different early on? And what's to become of the Lakers, Nets, Warriors, & Timberwolves vapid starts.

Mike Ginnitti details an extension candidate from every NFL position, including a potential price-point for each. Plus, the looming MLB 40-Man roster protection deadline could spur a few early trades, Edwin Diaz's contract breakdown, & the Ohtani Declaration.

Our midseason choices for Best Drafted Players, Free Agent Signings, Extensions, Trades, Business Decisions, & Calculated Valuations as the NFL heads toward Week 10. Plus, some new bells & whistles for this year's MLB offseason data.

Keith Smith & Scott Allen join to discuss the reported possibility of a hard salary cap threshold in the NBA starting in 2024-25. Plus, are the Houston Astros primed to remain atop the American League next season, and how the Phillies can take that next step in the National League. And, the Mets struck early, handing out the largest relief pitchers contract in MLB history.

Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann recap a wild NFL trade deadline that saw a record 10 moves hit the books. Which teams are all-in? Which moves carry the most financial impact? Plus, the Phillies took the upper hand in the World Series thanks to 5 home runs, and some good ole fashioned dugout spying.

The Packers lost their 4th straight game this weekend, putting their 2022 season - and potentially a of a lot more - in question. How will the Aaron Rodgers contract impact the direction of this organization going forward? Plus, despite an expensive offseason the Raiders continue to slide backwards. Are they stuck with this current roster for the foreseeable future? And, which NFL trade candidates are most likely to move in the next 24 hours?

ESPN's Paul Hembekides joins to discuss his Phillies improbable run through the MLB postseason, a few notable storylines for the upcoming offseason, & how successful this baseball season was from an overall standpoint. Plus, NFL Buyers & Sellers as the trade deadline approaches, and the cost to NOT tank for a QB in the NFL is staggering.

Dan Soemann joins to break down a crucial winter for the New York Yankees, who stare down two very different paths: one with, & one without Aaron Judge. Plus, the Padres flip the switch to offseason mode with an eye on starting pitching, a potential Soto extension, & a $230M+ tax payroll. And, all of the facts & figures surrounding Christian McCaffrey's trade to the Niners.