

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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Oct 20, 2025 • 54min
The Downward Dolphins, a Dodgers' Sweep, & Notable NBA Extensions
Mike Ginnitti joins forces with Dan Soemann, & Keith Smith to break down potential financial purgatory for the Miami Dolphins, another high-priced World Series run for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and last minute NBA extensions for Kevin Durant, and the 2022 Draft Class. Presented by Bettor Edge

Oct 16, 2025 • 38min
The A.J. Brown Contract & the Business of College Football with Nicole Auerbach
NBC Sports lead college football reporter Nicole Auerbach joins to discuss the current financial climate surrounding college football, including coaching buyouts, player pay, and the newly proposed private-equity deal for the Big 10. Plus, Mike Ginnitti dives deep into A.J. Brown's complicated contract in Philly, including the potential for trading out of it. Presented by Bettor Edge

Oct 14, 2025 • 34min
Week 6 NFL Notables, Cody Bellinger, & 2026 MLB Financials
Mike Ginnitti dives into Tennessee's firing of HC Brian Callahan, Justin Fields' continued struggles, breakout seasons for Bijan Robinson & Drake London in ATL, & Fred Warner's devastating injury. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss Cody Bellinger's opt-out from the Yankees, and an early look at our 2026 MLB Tax Projections. Presented by Bettor Edge

Oct 9, 2025 • 56min
NFL Trades, Giannis' Future, & the Yankees' Offseason
Mike Ginnitti discusses recent NFL trades including next steps for the Cleveland Browns & Jacksonville Jaguars. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss the New York Yankees' in 2026 offseason mode, and Keith Smith delivers a timeline for Giannis, the Milwaukee Bucks, & the New York Knicks. Presented by Bettor Edge

Oct 6, 2025 • 37min
Geno Smith, Justin Fields, & Early NFL Extension Candidates
Mike Ginnitti details looming contract discussions for Raiders QB Geno Smith & Jets QB Justin Fields, including future guarantees, potential out situations, and more. Plus, a way too early look at potential extension candidates in the NFL, led by the resurgence of Colts QB Daniel Jones. Presented by Bettor Edge

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Oct 3, 2025 • 1h 9min
Early NFL Trade Candidates, Connor McDavid & the New NHL CBA
Mike Ginnitti identifies early NFL names trending toward trade candidacy as the deadline now sits just a month away. Plus, a diving into Kirill Kaprizov's historic extension in Minnesota, what it means for Connor McDavid in Edmonton, and outlining notable changes in the newly ratified NHL CBA. Presented by Bettor Edge

Sep 30, 2025 • 45min
Tyreek Hill, NFL Values, & MLB Playoff Payrolls
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann detail notable financials for the 12 MLB playoff teams, including pending free agents who can raise their stock in the coming weeks. Plus, a dive into Tyreek Hill's contract, and the NFL's Best Value players who also just happen to be extension candidates. Presented by Bettor Edge

Sep 25, 2025 • 56min
NFL Average Salaries, Jonathan Kuminga, & MLB Storylines
Decompressing average NFL salaries by position for 2025, Jonathan Kuminga & the Golden State Warriors with Keith Smith, & MLB MVP discussions and end of year storylines with Dan Soemann. Presented by Bettor Edge

Sep 22, 2025 • 33min
A Sports Number 6-Pack & Looming WNBA CBA Negotiations
Mike Ginnitti provides a sports money 6-pack including Marcus Mariota, Daniel Jones, Dabo Swinney, Mike Trout, Cal Raleigh, & the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Plus, diving into important facts, dates, & thoughts surrounding the looming 10/31 expiration of the WNBA CBA. Presented by Bettor Edge

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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h
Joe Burrow, Backup QBs, Looming MLB Options & Incentives
Dan Soemann & Mike Ginnitti break down MLB Option storylines, current and pending incentive thresholds, & more offseason notables. Plus, early QB injuries have thrust the spotlight onto QB2 - but have teams focused financially in that regard? And, a visual breakdown of Joe Burrow's contract as he heads toward the injured reserve in Cincy. Presented by Bettor Edge