The Spotrac Podcast

Dan Soemann joins to break down a crucial winter for the New York Yankees, who stare down two very different paths: one with, & one without Aaron Judge. Plus, the Padres flip the switch to offseason mode with an eye on starting pitching, a potential Soto extension, & a $230M+ tax payroll. And, all of the facts & figures surrounding Christian McCaffrey's trade to the Niners.

Mike Ginnitti highlights the best value NFL players & teams at the one-third turn of the 2022 season, including a few notable "busts" to start the year as well. Plus, the Dodgers' surprising early exit from the MLB Postseason vaults them into an offseason that carries big question marks, and big potential pay days.

New extensions for Jordan Poole & Andrew Wiggins vault the Golden State Warriors finances into uncharted territory. Our thoughts on the new deals, and their potential impact on other Warriors with close to expiring contracts. Plus, the rumors are already buzzing around the NFL's November 1st trade deadline. Our look at a few notable candidates across the league. And, Kyler Murray's contract didn't need to happen this way - or at all.

(17:23) Keith Smith joins to break down the NBA offseason, give his thoughts on players & teams to watch for, tie up some loose ends, & project a few "what ifs" as well. Plus, (1:50) how financially healthy are the 8 remaining MLB teams?

The Mets' Wildcard series elimination sends them into an offseason that could be more difficult than the previous 8 months of competing were. With 4 out of 5 starters, their 3 notable bullpen arms and their leadoff hitter all in need of a new contract, are the 100 win Mets done? Plus, a deep dive into the 2023 Buffalo Bills, Justin Tucker's career (and misusage) in Baltimore, a final send off for 3 notable Cardinals, a not so pleasant send off for Aroldis Chapman, & thoughts surrounding the Divisional Series matchups.

To say that Russell Wilson's first five weeks in Denver have gone swimmingly would be quite incorrect. Our thoughts on how why Denver is off to this slow start(maybe even why) his new contract plays out, & where the Broncos go from here. Plus, thoughts picks, predictions, & best bets for MLB's Postseason.

Mike Ginnitti details the Best NFL Values through 4 weeks, plus a few financial updates for QBs with Question Marks. Plus, MLB Postseason Payroll breakdowns, the Hottest Teams down the stretch, & the Top Contract Option players heading into the offseason.

Plenty of players heading toward the open market are shining through the first almost quarter of the NFL season. Plus, (8:26) did the Braves do enough this offseason/deadline to repeat? What Shohei Ohtani's (21:50) historic arbitration salary means for he and the Angel's future. And, Tyler Herro (33:55) gets his Heat extension.

Dan Soemann joins to discuss the process in evaluating Aaron Judge as he nears free agency, plus a cast of other power hitters closing in on paydays. And, a dive into unanswered NBA questions about the Warriors, Lakers, Nets, Sixers, & 2019 rookies.

Injuries will dominate the NFL's Week 3 headlines, but a few teams are starting to trend strongly in one direction or the other. Plus, the Cleveland Guardians overachieved, Albert Pujols continues to achieve, & new extensions for Luis Castillo & C.J. McCollum.