
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

Mar 3, 2025 • 35min
Deebo to Washington, Stafford Returns, & NFL Cap Conversions
Mike Ginnitti dives into recent NFL news, including a trade agreement sending WR Deebo Samuel to Washington, & the renegotiated return of QB Matthew Stafford to LA. Plus, why money in trade talks matter, and a PSA regarding salary cap conversions in the NFL. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 27, 2025 • 39min
MLB Rights, NBA Escalators, & the Super Bowl Opt-Out
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss the latest surrounding Brock Purdy's contract negotiations in San Francisco, looming NBA award escalators, & the Dodgers continued push for baseball dominance. Plus, thoughts on MLB's split from ESPN and potential ramifications. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 24, 2025 • 40min
Detailing Potential NFL Cap Casualties
Mike Ginnitti dives into a dozen or so notable NFL players strongly considered to be trade or release candidates in the coming weeks, including potential outcomes, financial ramifications, and plenty more. Plus, are the Rams just playing games with QB Matthew Stafford, or is there a real path for his trade next month? Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 20, 2025 • 37min
A Rising NFL Cap, Notable Casualties, Vlad Guerrero Jr.
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss ramifications from another big jump for the NFL Salary Cap, including top hits, notable casualties, & plenty more. Plus, why the Blue Jays & Vlad Guerrero Jr. were lightyears apart in negotiations, & top-paid sports analysts. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 13, 2025 • 37min
Travis Kelce’s Future, James Cook’s Request, & Recent MLB Free Agency Updates
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss a murky future for Travis Kelce, including an untenable contract, plus RB James Cook has made his financial demands in Buffalo public, and fresh new deals for Alex Bregman in Boston, & Nick Pivetta in San Diego. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 2min
The Eagles Salary Cap Model, Aaron Rodgers’ Exit, & an NBA Trade Deadline Recap
Mike Ginnitti dives deep into the Philadelphia Eagles' salary cap structure, contract trends, & aggressive GMing as they hit the offseason as NFL Champions. Plus, a pending divorce for Aaron Rodgers & the Jets, and a lightning round NBA Trade Deadline recap with Keith Smith. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 6, 2025 • 42min
Notable NBA Moves, Polar Bear Pete, & NFL Trade Requests
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss a few of the bigger NBA moves this week, & Pete Alonso's short-term return to the Mets. Plus, Cooper Kupp, Myles Garrett, & a looming Tee Higgins decision. Presented by Bettor Edge

Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 2min
Luka Freaking Doncic
Keith Smith joins to break down one of the more wild NBA transactional weekends in league history, including the why, how, and what-nows of the jaw-dropping Luka Doncic trade, and a Sunday special 3-team trade that pairs De'Aaron Fox up with Victor Wembanyama. Presented by Bettor Edge

Jan 30, 2025 • 37min
Chiefs & Eagles Spending Strategies, NBA Trades Ramping Up, & the Jealous Yankees
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz dive into the different strategies Kansas City & Philadelphia have used to build Super Bowl finalist rosters. Plus, De'Aaron Fox becomes the big fish on the NBA Trade Block, Hal Steinbrenner wants to sublimate the Dodgers Way, & the Saints' coaching vacancy.

Jan 27, 2025 • 60min
Buffalo Bills & Washington Commanders Offseason Thoughts
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann dive into the offseasons for both the Buffalo Bills & Washington Commanders, including notable free agents, cap space, extension candidates, and storylines for each. Plus Steve Cohen & the Mets are negotiating out loud with their former All-Star 1B Pete Alonso. Presented by Bettor Edge