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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Jul 8, 2020 • 39min
#185: Breaking Down the Patrick Mahomes Contract
We now know what a contract upwards of $500M in the NFL looks like, but what does it mean for Patrick Mahomes & the future of NFL money? Mike Ginnitti breaks down the deal in its entirety, including what is now to come for Dak Prescott, DeShaun Watson, Lamar Jackson, etc...
Jul 6, 2020 • 2h 2min
#184: MLB Opt-Outs, #NFL Offseason Stories, & $450M for Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes signed a 10 year, $450M extension while Scott Allen & Mike Ginnitti were in the middle of a "Top NFL Offseason Storylines" discussion. Plus, facts & figures on MLB Opt-outs, & what's going on with Jadeveon Clowney?
Jul 1, 2020 • 48min
#183: A Women’s & College Sports Business Update with Emily Caron
Sports Business journalist Emily Caron joins the show to discuss how new startups are using supplemental content to gain sustainability, an uptick in women's sports, & the future of the business of college sports. Plus, Scott Allen breaks down how much the "bubble" is costing the NBA, & Happy Bobby Bonilla Day!
Jun 29, 2020 • 1h 11min
#182: Cam to the Pats, Sports Memorabilia with John Grimaldi, & a Golf Roundup with Kevin Sylvester
The inevitable became reality, our thoughts on what Cam Newton's bare minimum contract in New England means for him & the NFL as a whole. Plus, John Grimald, President of Dave & Adam's Card World joins the show to discuss how sports memorabilia is trending way up - even without live sports. And, Kevin Sylvester returns from the Travelers Championship with his thoughts on the PGA Tour, Tiger's future, & how golf can continue to win over betting audiences.
Jun 24, 2020 • 1h 1min
#181: Sports Are All About Money & Which 2020 Teams are in Financial ?
As businesses across the nation are rewriting their plans & protocols, a push for optimism & appreciation toward sports leagues taking measures to get back into action. Plus, a look across the NBA, NFL & MLB at which teams are staring down financial issues for the current season.
Jun 23, 2020 • 60min
#180: Dak Signs, Jamal Wants Green, & the Numbers Behind the NBA Bubble
What Dak Prescott signing his $31M franchise tag means for himself, the Cowboys, & the rest of the NFL. Plus, Jamal Adams wants out of New York, & a $20M per year contract. And, Scott Allen breaks down all the specifics to how players will be compensated in the bubble, & how the 2021 offseason will operate.
Jun 17, 2020 • 1h 7min
#179: League & Team Valuation Analysis, Athletes with Ownership, & the NBA Bubble
Why MLB is doing us as fans a disservice to the sport right now, while the NBA and their 100+ page documentation are setting new standards for how to push forward. Plus, a quick discussion about notable athletes who have ownership stake in various sports markets. And, a 10-year look at how sports leagues and teams have risen in value, with a special spotlight on Major League Soccer.
