Hovland Wins the Memorial Tournament
Scott Allen | June 04
Viktor Hovland wins the Memorial Tournament and $3.6 million.
NFL Question Mark Contracts
Michael Ginnitti | June 02
A look at one contract from each NFL franchise that has some form of question mark hanging over it as we head toward the 2023 regular season.
The Spotrac Podcast
Post June 1st Designations, the Arizona Cardinals, & Deandre Hopkins
Mike Ginnitti details the 6 NFL teams set to gain cap space thanks to their respective Post June 1st Designated releases, including how both 2023 & 2024 have been impacted. Plus, the March Arizona Cardinals & the May Arizona Cardinals appear to be two different franchises, so where is this team headed in 2023 & beyond? And, Deandre Hopkins is officially a free agent, and the big sharks are circling him. What kind of contract is to be expected in the coming days?
The NBA Next Podcast
NBA Finals Roster Construction and Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns & New York Knicks Offseason Outlooks
Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the roster construction of the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat before the NBA Finals begin (00:53). Then what's next the Sacramento Kings (07:46), Phoenix Suns (23:41) and New York Knicks (39:00). Finally, what to look forward to next (52:10).
Latest Transactions
June 04
Tristan Beck, RP
Recalled from the Minors by San Francisco (SF)
Torey Lovullo, COA
Signed a 1 year contract extension with Arizona (ARI)
Zach Plesac, SP
Designated for Assignment by Cleveland (CLE)
Yerry De Los Santos, RP
Optioned to the Minors by Pittsburgh (PIT)
Chase De Jong, RP
Contract purchased by Pittsburgh (PIT)
June 03
Yerry De Los Santos, RP
Recalled from the Minors by Pittsburgh (PIT)
Josh Lester, 1B
Contract purchased by Baltimore (BAL)
Ed Oliver, DT
Signed a 4 year $68 million contract extension with Buffalo (BUF)
Joe LaSorsa, P
Designated for Assignment by Tampa Bay (TB)
Trevor Kelley, RP
Optioned to the Minors by Tampa Bay (TB)
Bryan Woo, P
Contract purchased by Seattle (SEA)
Cody Bolton, RP
Optioned to the Minors by Pittsburgh (PIT)
Angel Perdomo, RP
Contract purchased by Pittsburgh (PIT)
Chris Owings, SS
Designated for Assignment by Pittsburgh (PIT)
Oswaldo Cabrera, LF
Recalled from the Minors by New York (NYY)
Nick Ramirez, RP
Recalled from the Minors by New York (NYY)
Vinny Nittoli, RP
Contract purchased by New York (NYM)
Kyle Garlick, RF
Recalled from the Minors by Minnesota (MIN)
Blake Perkins, RF
Recalled from the Minors by Milwaukee (MIL)
Jon Singleton, 1B
Contract purchased by Milwaukee (MIL)
Recent Features
NFL Post June 1st Designations
Michael Ginnitti | May 31
As the calendar flips to June, 5 NFL teams will receive salary cap adjustments thanks to June 1st Designation releases in the past few weeks. Our look at each of the 8 players who were released with this designation, including the dead cap ramifications, and respective cap savings for this and next season.
Grillo Wins Charles Schwab Challenge
Scott Allen | May 29
Emiliano Grillo wins the Charles Schwab Challenge and $1.57 million.
Varner III Wins LIV Golf DC
Scott Allen | May 29
Harold Varner III earns a total of $4.125 million after winning the LIV Golf DC.
Koepka Wins PGA Championship
Scott Allen | May 22
Brooks Koepka wins the PGA Championship and $3.15 million.
Best Available NFL Free Agents
Michael Ginnitti | May 22
As OTAs begin and 90 man rosters take shape, more than a few notable NFL players still remain unsigned this summer.
2023 MLS Salaries
Scott Allen | May 16
The 2023 MLS salaries have been released by the MLSPA. Xherdan Shaqiri leads with the highest salary, $8.15 million. View all 2023 MLS salaries now.
Day Wins AT&T Byron Nelson
Scott Allen | May 15
Jason Day wins the AT&T Byron Nelson and $1.71 million.
Johnson Wins LIV Golf Tulsa
Scott Allen | May 15
Dustin Johnson earns a total of $4.375 million after winning the LIV Golf Tulsa.
All-NBA Contract Implications
Keith Smith | May 11
Breaking down the All-NBA contract implications for Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Ja Morant and Domantas Sabonis.
2022-23 All-Defensive Teams
Scott Allen | May 09
A look at the 2022-23 All-Defensive Teams, financially.
Clark Wins Wells Fargo Championship
Scott Allen | May 08
Wyndham Clark wins the Wells Fargo Championship and $3.6 million.
Is a Kyler Murray 2024 Trade Plausible?
Michael Ginnitti | May 05
The Arizona Cardinals walked away from the 2023 NFL draft a winner in many books, and in turn, have ramped up speculation about the idea of moving on from Kyler Murray after 2023.
Breaking Down Lamar Jackson's $260M Contract
Michael Ginnitti | May 04
After years of back and forth, the Baltimore Ravens & QB Lamar Jackson finally have their long term extension. Our dive into the $260M contract that includes $135 fully guaranteed at signing, & $185M for practical purposes.
Analyzing the 2020 5th-Year Option Decisions
Michael Ginnitti | May 02
A few unfortunate situations, a few unfortunate injuries, and a CBA change that fully guarantees options upon exercise has given us more declined 5th-year salaries than ever.
2022-23 NBA MVP: Joel Embiid
Scott Allen | May 02
Joel Embiid receives the 2022-23 NBA Rookie of the Year
Finau Wins Mexico Open at Vidanta
Scott Allen | May 01
Tony Finau wins the Mexico Open at Vidanta and $1.24 million each.