Jimmy Butler's asked for a trade, he's skipped practice, he's held out of preseason, and now he's taking nights off here and there to protest his current situation in Minnesota (though he'll tell you he's just tired). We discuss the money Butler is about to make in 2019, and a few trade destinations & scenarios. Read More
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We begin our MLB offseason financial series with the AL Central, providing an outlook of each team's financial status, including 2019 payroll, notable free agents, players with options, arbitration-eligibilites, and contract extension and/or trade candidates as well. Read More
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Our weekly Monday morning financial round up highlights the quick, apparent fall of Jameis Winston in Tampa, the return to prominence of Andrew Luck in Indy, a surprising start for the Seahawks, yet another championship in Boston, & one Maple Leafs player goes down, while another still isn't even signed yet. Read More
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The rumor mills are full of NFL players who could be, should be, might be, or want to be moved as we approach the October 30 trade deadline. We've identified seven of those candidates, breaking down all of the numbers should they be moved now, or next offseason. Read More
Week 7 NFL Financial Round Up
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Week 6 NFL Financial Round Up
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Financial Payrolls & Contract Statuses for MLB Postseason Teams & Award Candidates
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Financial Statuses for Notable Week 1 NFL Injuries
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Assessing Odell Beckham Jr.'s New Contract
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