
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!
Latest episodes

Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 36min
Spotrac’s 2023 Year in Review
Mike Ginnitti, Scott Allen, & Dan Soemann discuss the best and worst from the sports financial world in 2023, including Aaron Rodgers, Shohei Ohtani, Brock Purdy, James Harden, the Mets Buy & Sell, Russell Wilson in Denver, Overanxious Owners, LIV Golf, & plenty more.

Dec 21, 2023 • 35min
Merry Grinchmas: Highlighting NFL Roster Bubble Players for 2024
Mike Ginnitti uncovers a few notable players currently trending toward their respective team's roster bubble for 2024, including prominent names stuck on teams that may be sliding backwards next season. Plus, our final Quick Hits of 2023 with Brandon Kravitz.

Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 7min
The Dodgers Offseason Burst, Early MLB Extensions, Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, & Trevor Lawrence
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann discuss the Dodgers big offseason, including the acquisition of Tyler Glasnow & what it means for the starting rotation going forward. Plus, Jackson Chourio's $82M extension with the Brewers is the latest zero-service-time deal in MLB. How does it hold up in comparison to others, and what might be the future for these extra early pay days? Plus, (44:00) Financial Outlooks for Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, Justin Fields, & Trevor Lawrence.

Dec 14, 2023 • 38min
Shohei Ohtani’s Two-Sided Contract
Mike Ginnitti dives into the full details of Shohei Ohtani's two-sided contract with the Dodgers, including a discussion about the validity of this deferral strategy, and how it truly evades the luxury tax system in MLB. Plus, Draymond Green, Bill Belichick, & Quick Hits with Brandon Kravitz.

Dec 11, 2023 • 37min
Early Thoughts on Shohei’s $700M & the 2024 NFL Salary Cap
Mike Ginnitti details what we know so far about Shohei Ohtani's record-setting 10 year, $700M free agent contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Plus, the NFL isn't quite ready to announce where the 2024 salary cap will live, but early reports suggest good news for all. Our projections, updated salary cap space, & thoughts about the top of the 2024 draft.

Dec 7, 2023 • 32min
Juan Soto & the Yankees, Valuing Backup QBs, & Quick Hits
Mike Ginnitti details the blockbuster move that sends Juan Soto to the Yankees, including financial ramifications going forward. Plus, more QB1 injuries have placed backup QBs into the spotlight. It's time for more to be paid accordingly. And, Ohtani's secret free agency, Zach Wilson's final stand, & the future of the Patriots with Brandon Kravitz.

Dec 4, 2023 • 49min
An Ohtani Update, Von Miller’s Contract, & Evaluating the 2024 WR Market
Mike Ginnitti details what appears to be a specified final market for Shohei Ohtani & why the Toronto Blue Jays should be taken more seriously this time around. Plus, Von Miller's off-field allegations could lead to a mess for the Buffalo Bills & their 2024 salary cap numbers, and a analyzing & predicting the 2024 Wide Receiver Market.

Nov 30, 2023 • 36min
A Mess in Carolina, Rodgers & the Jets, & the In-Season NBA Tournament
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss the downward slide in Carolina that led to the Panthers relieving Frank Reich of his head coaching duties, why Aaron Rodgers pushing to make another appearance in 2023 might be OK, Mark Cuban's unique majority stake sale of the Dallas Mavericks, & a Point Differential discussion regarding the NBA In-Season Tournament.

Nov 27, 2023 • 47min
2024 QB Contract Guarantee Tiers
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann discuss Spotrac's latest 2024 Tiers piece, categorizing every notable QB with a future contract guarantee into one of six buckets. Plus, a quick spin around notable MLB Free Agent signings as we head toward the winter meetings.

Nov 22, 2023 • 38min
2024 Running Backs, Zach Wilson, & Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Mike Ginnitti details a robust - but cash strapped - 2024 Running Back class, the future of Zach Wilson & his guaranteed contract in NY, & Sports Biz Quick Hits with Brandon Kravitz.