Max Term Podcast

In an episode that gets cut short due to some tech issues, James and Kyle discuss the John and Matthew Gaudreau tragedy, the Draisaitil and Jarvis contracts, and briefly touch on where AFP Analytics' contract projections currently stand. Are there tax savings/financial reasons for the structure of Draisaitil/Jarvis contracts? James and Kyle let you know.

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Using Dom Luszczyszyn's front office rankings from The Athletic, James and Kyle discuss their thoughts on the quality of every front office. Who was ranked too high? Who too low? 

James and Kyle discuss the dual-offer sheet strategy deployed by the St. Louis Blues. Was it worth it? Will either be successful?

The main focus is on whether the New York Rangers have done enough to be Cup contenders. Is their window closed? Closing? Wide open? Can they improve their roster going forward?

In the latest episode, James and Kyle take a look at whether the Buffalo Sabres have done enough to break their historical playoff drought. Should they acquire Patrick Laine?  Is Peyton Krebs the odd many out? What's Kyle's new rule if you want to complain about lack of action for your favorite team?

In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the recent news in the NHL. Kyle gives his thoughts on the John Tavares tax situation before they get into recent signings and touch on some of the big RFAs still unsigned. They highlight Travis Konecny and Brock Faber as contracts that are showing that perspective needs to be adjusted with the once again rising cap. Further, there are questions on allowing Martin Necas and Ryan Lindgren to sign contracts that take them to UFA as soon as possible. What's up in Detroit and Boston? Why is Kyle gushing over Montreal's cap management?

James and Kyle continue their offseason recap by discussing the remaining needs of many of the NHL teams. How can contenders like the Rangers and Colorado use their limited cap space? Have the Jets and  Sabres used their buyout savings wisely? What exactly is Pittsburgh's, Seattle's, and Detroit's plan? 

James and Kyle finally are able to provide a rundown of their thoughts on NHL UFA. What contracts stood out for the wrong reasons? Which teams were the biggest winners? Losers? Who has more to do.

Additionally, Kyle provides insight into Chris Tanev's decision to go from Dallas to Toronto.

In the latest Snapshot edition, Kyle gives a quick recap of news and a look forward to NHL UFA. He also sheds a little light on the Chris Tanev situation and gives a team that has some other things cooking.

In this snapshot episode, James goes over some of the different signings, trades, and rumors from draft week as we get ready for the 1st round tonight! 

James and Kyle take a deep dive on the offseason ahead for the Buffalo Sabres while discussing some of the general NHL landscape. What 3rd line centers could be available via trade? Why are no trade clauses creating a challenge for teams like Buffalo? What are the Sabres' needs and who could ultimately fill them?