#287: A Post June 1st NFL, deGrom's Future, & the Moneyball Rays

The Spotrac Podcast | June 01, 2021

Understanding the Post June 1st designation in the NFL, updated cap ramifications for players who were released this way in 2021, & an outlook of players who could be traded or released in the coming days now that June 1st is here. Plus, what happens to those who bet on Naomi Osaka, should the Mets continue to bet on Jacob deGrom, & the Rays defying MLB's need to pay for wins has become the safest bet in the game.

#286: NFL Contract Extensions, NBA Young Money & Academies

The Spotrac Podcast | May 26, 2021

With the big free agency push & draft now behind them, most NFL teams will turn their focus to extending a few of their own. Mike Ginnitti dissects a few notable extension candidates heading into the summer months. Plus, a few well thought out, well paying NBA developmental academies have taken shape. How will it shape the NBA, and other sports leagues going forward? And the current crop of young NBA superstars aren't just waiting their turn - and their contracts won't either.

#285: Julio Odds, Deshaun's Future, Phil's Historic Win, & Offseason Outlooks for Eliminated Teams

The Spotrac Podcast | May 24, 2021

Breaking down the payouts & updated career earnings list from an historic PGA Championship, assessing which teams are favored - and which actually have the cap space - to acquire Julio Jones, a bit more clarity on the status of Deshaun Watson in the coming months, and offseason outlooks for the Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Washington Capitals, & St. Louis Blues. 

#284: NFL Draft Success, PGA Championship Picks, MLB's HBP Epidemic, & Aaron Rodgers in 2021

The Spotrac Podcast | May 19, 2021

Picks, bets, & stay-aways for this weekend's PGA Championship, an update on the concerning hit by pitch rate in MLB, & a deep dive into which NFL teams have found success in the 1st round, & who has found success getting out of it. Plus, a plan for Aaron Rodgers & the Packers, & a quick recap of the first NBA "play-in" night.

#283: NBA HOF Financials, Payrolls vs. Playoffs, & Future Outlooks

The Spotrac Podcast | May 17, 2021

A look at how players who opted out of the NFL last season are faring so far in 2021, why a schedule change could affect plenty of fans, and a deep dive into the NBA Postseason teams financially, plus a look at the money careers of Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, & Kevin Garnett.

#282: Pujols, Payrolls, & the Pitcher Era with Paul Hembekides, & NFL QB Movement

The Spotrac Podcast | May 12, 2021

ESPN's Paul Hembekides joins to discuss thoughts on the Angels removal of Albert Pujols, how late in the game long term MLB contracts are affecting the league, why parity plus good pay needs to find balance in the next iteration of baseball, and plenty more. Plus, an open on why Aaron Rodgers' is a day late but not a dollar short on forcing his way out, and how following Tom Brady's footsteps isn't realistic. 

#281: Connor McDavid, NFL Draft Trade Ups, & the NBA Play-in Process

The Spotrac Podcast | May 10, 2021

Connor McDavid's first 6 years in the NHL have been something to marvel. With another 100 point season in the books, what's the outlook for the superstar? Plus, a deep dive into NFL draft day trades by team, position, & round, & what it might mean for the league in a few years. And a look at how the NBA play-in games work, & how they might impact the looming postseason.

#280: Aaron Rodgers & the Packers, by the Numbers

The Spotrac Podcast | May 07, 2021

Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen discuss a myriad of numbers surrounding the current rift between Aaron Rodgers & the Green Bay Packers, including a decade of cap management, offseason spending, trade deficiency, etc. Plus, Brady vs. Rodgers, superstar athlete trades, Super Bowl QB financials, & a potential MLB injury list problem.

#279: An NBA Round Up with Keith Smith

The Spotrac Podcast | May 05, 2021

@KeithSmithNBA joins the show to recap the last few months of NBA action, including teams with stock up & those trending downward, All-NBA candidates who may see big raises this offseason, & plenty more.

#278: NFL Draft Numbers, Offseason Pools, 2022 Outlooks, & UDFAs

The Spotrac Podcast | May 02, 2021

With the 2021 NFL Draft now in the books, a quick recap of how selections were made positionally, by school, & by team. Plus, how draft day trades impacted 2021 draft pools, & the 2022 draft outlook. And, with UDFA signings now coming in, how impactful has this part of the process become for teams, and a look at the most profitable of all-time.

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