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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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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?
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
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In the latest episode, James & Kyle discuss what the price of Hanifin's, Skjei's, Forsling's, Pesce's, & Teräväinen's next contract as well as what teams might be fits. If Carolina were to let their UFAs walk, who might they use the cap space on? Could they send another offer sheet? Is Hanifin a fit for Boston? Why could a few of the bottom teams benefit from Teräväinen?
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
James and Kyle revisit their preseason predictions and discuss how they see the remainder of the season shaking out. Who makes the playoffs? Can the Maple Leafs get out of the first round? Who lifts the Cup?
They also discuss who they expect will win the end of season awards. James makes a case for an under the radar Calder winner while Kyle gives Brock Faber and Luke Hughes love for the award.
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
James & Kyle discuss where the market values for Sam Reinhart, Brandon Montour, Steven Stamkos, & Jake Guentzel sit midseason. Additionally, they assess their current teams' situations and discuss what other teams they might end up on.
Has Sam Reinhart crossed the $10M mark? Can the Panthers afford to bring back their stars? Is it time for Tampa Bay to move on from Stamkos? Is Guentzel a better fit in Pittsburgh or elsewhere?