Max Term Podcast

Max Term Podcast

By Kyle Stich & James FinchSportsHockey
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Max Term Podcast episodes

  • The Impending NHL Salary Cap Bubble

    In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss what is potentially an impending contract/salary cap bubble in the NHL and how future salaries might be impacted. Tune in to learn how the rising cap and prevalent long-term contracts are potentially creating an environment where teams might run out of players to pay.

    43 min
  • Midseason Contract Projections and Website Release

    We're back!!!

    AFP Analytics is happy to debut our midseason contract projection hosted on our brand new website. In this episode we touch on some notable contracts signed in the last month and discuss some of the big contracts to come. What will it cost Buffalo to keep Alex Tuch. Should they? What other forwards could be available in free agency? What might Andersson cost Vegas to retain? Who are the next options after?

    How will the RFAs shape up? What's the interesting dynamic in play in Detroit with Edvinsson? 

    Finally, come to learn about our new website and how you can get the most out of it.

    1 hr 17 min
  • Sweden, Finland, and the rest of Europe Olympic Rosters

    In the latest episode, James and Kyle finish their Olympic roster discussion with Sweden, Finland, and a quick rundown of the other European teams. Who's in? Who's out? What players are very much on the bubble? Who are some former NHL players that you might not expect to still be playing that you'll see when the tournament starts?

    1 hr 9 min
  • USA Olympic Roster Projection

    In the latest episode, James and Kyle continue their Olympic roster discussion with Team USA. Who's in? Who's out? What players are very much on the bubble? How many of their young superstars will have a spot? Are there any under the radar honorable mentions?

    Next up - European Teams

    1 hr 3 min
  • What Will Canada's Olympic Roster Look Like?

    In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss what Canada's Olympic roster may look like. Who's in? Who's out? What players are very much on the bubble? How many of their young superstars will have a spot? Are there any under the radar honorable mentions?

    Next up - Team USA

    1 hr 2 min
  • Pinto, Wedgewood, NHL Youth Movement & the Struggling Sabres

    In the latest episode James and Kyle hit on the Wedgewood and Pinto extensions. Are they fair value? Further, they discuss the youth movement that has occurred this season with many players still on their entry level contracts in the Art Ross race. Which teams have they enjoyed watching early? 

    Finally, they have a deeper discussion on the Sabres and what the path forward might be. Kyle believes he has the best answer and solution yet. Tune in to find out what it is.

    1 hr 29 min
  • Is it time to worry about re-signing Kempe or Tuch?

    Kyle is back with the panic meter this time focusing on Adrian Kempe and Alex Tuch. How has the contract landscape changed, especially with Necas extending and does that cause concern for the Kings or Sabres?

    How does Logan Cooley's extension with Utah impact other young stars? Is there any cause for panic?

    38 min
  • How Much Does Contract Structure Help NHL Teams Win?

    In the latest episode, James and Kyle explore how prevalent no trade clauses, signing bonus, and Max Term are in NHL contracts. How differently do teams approach contract structure? Does it make a difference in on-ice success? Find out all those answers in this episode.

    1 hr 2 min

About Max Term Podcast

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James Finch & Kyle Stich of AFP Analytics discuss player contracts, team building, salary cap management, and the general business and analytics of hockey and other sports. Kyle brings 10 years of…