

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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Aug 28, 2025 • 32min
NFL Dead Cap & Movement, Holdout Extensions, & WNBA CBA Negotiations
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss NFL roster financials after the dust settled on 53-Man cut down day, including teams that lead the league in dead cap (and why). Plus, pot-sweetener deals for Trey Hendrickson & Terry McLaurin, updates to Micah Parsons in Dallas, and looming trouble for the WNBA amidst their CBA negotiations. Presented by Bettor Edge

Aug 25, 2025 • 31min
NFL In-Season Roster Financials & Tommy Fleetwood's 10-Spot
Mike Ginnitti dives into notable NFL roster moves as we head toward the end of the 2025 offseason, and into in-season mode, including Practice Squads, Waiver Claims, Dead Cap, & Suspensions. Plus, Tommy Fleetwood picked a hell of a week to get to a PGA tour event finish line. Presented by Bettor Edge

Aug 21, 2025 • 34min
NFL Trades Cut-Downs & Storylines, John Wall, & Mascot Holdouts
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz detail a flurry of trades before next Tuesday's NFL cut-down day, plus, Anthony Richardson & the Colts, Micah Parsons & the Cowboys, John Wall's retirement, Rocky the Mountain Lion's demands, & a Tyson Bagent extension. Presented by Bettor Edge

Aug 18, 2025 • 58min
James Cook, NFL Holdouts, Scottie Scheffler, & MLB Moneyball on Steroids
Mike Ginnitti discusses Scottie Scheffler's latest PGA win & subsequent earnings & the Boston Red Sox continued youth movement. Plus, Dan Soemann joins to break down a shift in MLB spending, James Cook's new deal in Buffalo, and future thoughts for Trey Hendrickson, Terry McLaurin, & notable extension candidates.

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Aug 7, 2025 • 34min
NFL Suspensions & RB Money, Roman Anthony, & ESPN's Merger
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss future suspensions for WRs Jordan Addison & Rashee Rice, the impact of Kyren Williams' extension in LA, & pending extensions across the NFL. Plus, Boston locks in another young MLB player, and the NFL locks arms with ESPN. Presented by Bettor Edge

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Aug 4, 2025 • 41min
Micah Parsons, James Cook, Luka Doncic, & the Twins' Firesale
Tensions are high as Micah Parsons faces contract negotiations with the Dallas Cowboys, raising questions about his next deal. Meanwhile, James Cook is in a contractual hold-in with the Bills, highlighting how tricky NFL contracts can be. In basketball, Luka Doncic celebrates a blockbuster extension, adding to the conversation about player compensation. Baseball takes a dramatic turn as the Twins execute a significant firesale ahead of the trade deadline, reshaping their roster and league dynamics.

Jul 31, 2025 • 43min
Early MLB Trade Deadline Notables
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann detail the early-week MLB trades, including aggressive adds by the Mets, Phillies, & Mariners, while teams such as Houston, San Diego, and the Cubs still finalize their moves. Presented by Bettor Edge

Jul 28, 2025 • 33min
Seth Lugo, Shemar Stewart, Rashawn Slater, Future NFL Extensions, & the Baseball HOFers Financially
Mike Ginnitti details Seth Lugo's extension to remain in KC, the compromise surrounding Shemar Stewart's rookie contract signing in Cincy, Rashawn Slater's (somewhat) historic extension in LA, and notable pending NFL extension candidates. Plus, diving deep into the financial careers of Ichiro Suzuki, C.C. Sabathia, Dave Parker, & Billy Wagner. Presented by Bettor Edge

Jul 24, 2025 • 34min
MLB Trade Potentials, Tyreek Hill, Terry McLaurin, & NFL Revenue
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz dive into a few notable trade deadline teams & players to watch for in the coming week. Plus, Tyreek Hill & the Dolphins, Terry McLaurin & the Commanders, 2024 NFL Revenue numbers, and more quick hits. Presented by Bettor Edge

Jul 21, 2025 • 42min
T.J. Watt, Scottie Scheffler, MLB Bonuses, & WNBA Salaries
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann discuss the financials surrounding T.J. Watt's extension, the current state of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and potential ripple effects in Cincinnati. Plus, Scottie Scheffler's runaway Open Championship, top of the draft MLB bonuses, & the looming battle for increased player salaries in the WNBA. Presented by Bettor Edge


