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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 experience working with hockey players and agents as a tax and analytic consultant. While James brings industry leading expertise in hockey contract projections and team salary cap management. Together they will provide unique insight to listeners hoping to learn more about how contracts are negotiated, the business of sports, and how advanced metrics influence decision-making and on-ice performance.
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Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
In the latest episode, James & Kyle recap the Chris Tanev trade, discuss the Canucks and Elias Pettersson, with a focus on his contract and give a final rundown of the buyers/sellers and which players could be on the move for the deadline. Could this deadline be unique with many teams taking on both of those roles?
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
With the NHL trade deadline approaching, one of the teams that should be buyers are the Carolina Hurricanes. James and Kyle break down the financial situation and discuss why the Hurricanes will likely be changing up their core after the season. Maybe that could come sooner.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
In the latest episode, Kyle gives his top 10 NHL trade deadline targets with James providing team fits. Where will Roy, Hanifin, and Chychrun land? Who are some under the radar targets? Can Toronto and Calgary pull off a major swap that could make Toronto a Cup contender?
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
In the latest episode, James gives his top 10 NHL trade deadline targets with Kyle providing team fits. Where will Guentzel, Mantha, and Zucker land? Who are some under the radar targets? Will there be a small goalie carousel?
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Friday Feb 16, 2024
In the latest episode, James and Kyle talk about one of the more intriguing teams as the NHL trade deadline approaches, the Buffalo Sabres. This is a team that many thought would be playoff contenders going into the season and potential deadline buyers. Now, they are likely staring down another playoff-less season and might be looking to shake things up. How do they do it? Is Casey Mittelstadt the player to move? Could they trade someone else? Could they actually be buyers? Listen to find out Kyle's suggestion that left James dumbfounded.
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the difference in unrestricted free agency (UFA) and restricted free agency in hockey and use the Red Wings' Moritz Seider and Canucks' Filip Hronek to illustrate the impact the status has on a player's value.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the Los Angeles Kings and the tough decisions they have ahead. Do they have the salary cap space to fit everyone next season? Do they attempt to trade Matt Roy before the deadline? Could they make more of a hockey trade for a goalie in the offseason centered around some of their RFAs? Was the PL Dubois trade a mistake?
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Monday Feb 05, 2024
In the latest episode, James and Kyle look at the trade of Elias Lindholm. Is he worth it for the Canucks? Should they view him as a rental option? Is there any chance of fitting him long-term?