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Max Term Podcast
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…
Episodes
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Contract Projection Update - October 2026
We don't usually release projections in October. That said, with the new CBA rules on term and contract structure as well as the market shift that occurred…
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26-27 Atlantic Division Preview
James and Kyle run through the Atlantic Division, discussing each teams additions, subtractions, and likelihood (in their opinion) of over/under point totals…
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Recapping the Wild NHL Contract Landscape in the Summer of 2026
Kyle takes you through a recap of AFP Analytics' 2026 contract projections. How well did we perform? What did we learn? Which players were the biggest misses?…
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26-27 Metropolitan Division Preview
James and Kyle run through the Metropolitan Division, discussing each teams additions, subtractions, and likelihood (in their opinion) of over/under point…
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26-27 Central Division Preview
James and Kyle run through the Central Division, discussing each teams additions, subtractions, and likelihood (in their opinion) of over/under point totals…
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26-27 Pacific Division Preview
James and Kyle run through the Pacific Division, discussing each teams additions, subtractions, and likelihood (in their opinion) of over/under point totals…
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What is Left for the 2026 Offseason?
James and Kyle discuss remaining RFAs to be signed, quickly touch on the few impactful UFAs still looking for a fit, as well as the slow trade markets of…
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Current Events & Arbitration Talk
James and Kyle discuss recent signings (Krebs, Mantha, Zegras, etc.) and recent trade rumors (Hellebuyck). Arbitration is near, so they dive into how it works…
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2026 Free Agency, Offer Sheets & a New Cap Culture
James and Kyle reflect on July 1st and what has followed. Where did we see some interesting trends? Did certain teams stand out? Thoughts on the Hayton and…
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2026 Draft Week Recap
Draft week was a busy one (not just for James and Kyle at the draft in Buffalo). Teams started to get business done. Good amount of trades, including a few…
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2026 NHL Draft Prospects & Current Events
A new year brings some updates to the AFP Analytics prospect model. James and Kyle discuss which players project well via the model, and they also bring in…
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Which Free Agent Should Each NHL Team Sign?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle play match-maker finding the perfect fit between team and UFA players. The rules - no player can be picked to stay with…
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Previewing 2026 Extension Eligible Players
In the latest episode, James and Kyle continue working through AFP Analytics' contract projection with players eligible to sign a contract extension this…
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Previewing the 2026 NHL RFA Class
In the latest episode, James and Kyle continue working through AFP Analytics' contract projection with the pending RFAs. They go team by team, giving an…
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Previewing the 2026 NHL UFA Class
James and Kyle are back to preview AFP Analytic's 2026 contract projections starting with the pending UFAs. Is there a strength to this class? Which players…
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Previewing the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
James and Kyle are back with a Stanley Cup playoff preview! Somehow, they completely agree on what will happen in the Eastern Conference but have some big…
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NHL Trades That May Be Made This Summer
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss players who were rumored to be discussed in trades leading up to the trade deadline, were not moved, but might be…
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Recapping the 2026 Trade Deadline
In the latest episode, James and Kyle recap the trade deadline and give their thoughts on the moves. Which trades did they like? Were there any they were…
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2026 NHL Trade Deadline - Non-Rental Market
In the latest episode, James and Kyle finish a two part series looking at trade deadline options. This episode looks at some players with term (at least signed…
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2026 NHL Trade Deadline - Rental Market
In the latest episode, James and Kyle begin a two part series looking at trade deadline options. This first episode looks at the rental options. Which teams…
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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…
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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…
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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?…
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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?…
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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…
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What Should Every NHL Team be Thankful For?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle embrace the upcoming American Thanksgiving and discuss what each NHL team should be thankful for - Success? Player(s)?…
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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…
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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…
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Which Halloween Candy is Each NHL Team?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle eat Halloween candy. Tell you which candies are good and which NHL team they best represent. Come for the NHL takes and…
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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…
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Updating the NHL Contract Landscape
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss recent contracts signed and how they have or haven't influenced contracts still to come. Should Sabres fans panic…
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Exactly How the 2025-2026 NHL Season Will Unfold
With the NHL regular season upon us, James and Kyle tell you, with 100% accuracy* how the season will play out. Who will make the playoffs, win the awards, and…
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2025 Season Preview - Metro Division
With the NHL season around the corner, James and Kyle continue their season previews with the Metro Division. Which teams do they expect to outperform their…
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My Favorite NHL Team has a Star Player Unsigned - Should I Panic?
We interrupt our season preview series to have Kyle bring you an episode looking at whether or not you should panic over your team's star player not having…
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2025 Season Preview - Atlantic Division
With the NHL season around the corner, James and Kyle continue their season previews with the Atlantic Division. Which teams do they expect to outperform their…
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2025 Season Preview - Pacific Division
With the NHL season around the corner, James and Kyle continue their season previews with the Pacific Division. Which teams do they expect to outperform their…
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2025 Season Preview - Central Division
With the NHL season around the corner, James and Kyle kick off their season previews with the Central Division. Which teams do they expect to outperform their…
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McDavid, Bedard, Nazar, and Contract Projection Wrap-Up
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the McDavid and Bedard contract situations. Should Oilers' fans be worried? What should be made of Nazar getting…
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Who are the Best Front Offices in the NHL?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss which teams' front offices are the best in the league. What makes them good? Are there reasons for concern or…
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Who are the Worst Front Offices in the NHL?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss which teams' front offices are the worst in the league. Who lacks vision and direction? Where are the glaring…
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Where Do Western Conference Teams Stand?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle look at where teams in the Western Conference stand one month into the offseason. What moves are still to come? What…
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Where Do Eastern Conference Teams Stand?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle look at where teams in the Eastern Conference stand one month into the offseason. What moves are still to come? What…
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What to Expect from 2025 Arbitration Hearings
In the latest episode, Kyle flys solo to take you through what you need to know about arbitration with hearings starting Monday. How do the hearings go? Should…
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July 1st Signing Wrap-Up
In the latest episode James and Kyle continue wrapping up the flurry of offseason moves by discussing the contracts that were signed in the first week of free…
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Recapping NHL Trades Around the Draft
In the latest episode, James and Kyle start to unwind the start of the offseason by discussing the trades that occurred around the NHL draft. They provide…
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Free Agency Preview: What Has Happened & What is Left to Happen
In this free agency preview episode, James runs through recent signings and trades from draft weekend, discusses trade rumors, potential happenings with…
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An Athlete Tax Expert on If Taxes Matter in the NHL
In the latest episode, Kyle flies solo and drops his knowledge on athlete taxation. Does it matter? If so, how much? Why is it talked about so much more now…
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Is it the Summer of Offer Sheets in the NHL?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the potential for offer sheets this summer. Who is eligible to receive one? Which teams can give one? Which teams…
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Assessing the NHL Landscape at the Official Start of the Offseason
In the latest episode, James and Kyle rundown where things stand with potential buyouts, trades, and free agents. Could there be any surprise buyouts? Who is…
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NHL Prospect Rankings - AFP Analytics Model
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss AFP Analytics' prospect model and the rankings of the 2025 NHL draft class. How is the model built? Who do they…
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Top NHL Trade Targets - What's the Price & Who Can Pay It?
In the latest episode, James and Kyle take you through the NHL players who have the most trade smoke around them. Where will players like Jason Robertson…
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Dallas Stars' Dilemma and Other Top RFA Extensions
In the latest episode, James and Kyle discuss the restricted free agents (RFAs) eligible for extensions starting with the dilemma the Dallas Stars might face…
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Matchmaking NHL Teams With the best UFA
In the latest episode, James and Kyle play match-maker finding the perfect fit between team and UFA players. The rules - no player can be picked to stay with…
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2025 Extension Eligible Players
What could Connor McDavid's next contract look like? Jack Eichel's? Kirill Kaprizov's? Kyle Connor's? Other top players'? How loaded will next year's UFA…
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2025 AFP Analytic RFA Contract Projections
In the latest Max Term Episode, James and Kyle discuss the pending restricted free agent (RFA). What's the difference between 10.2(C), RFA, and arbitration…
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Overviewing AFP Analytic Contract Projections - UFAs
AFP Analytics have released their contract for the 2025 offseason. In the latest Max Term Episode, James and Kyle discuss the projection process and do a deep…
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Looking at the Offseason for NHL Teams that Missed Playoffs
In the latest episode, James and Kyle start looking at the offseason ahead for the NHL teams whose 2024-2025 season are over. Who has tough decisions ahead?…
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Exactly How the 2025 NHL Postseason Will Play Out
In the latest episode, James and Kyle revisit how wrong and occasionally right they were with their preseason picks. They give final predictions for postseason…
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Snapshot: Tortorella fired, Hill & Chychrun Extensions
Snapshot episode on the Flyers firing of head coach John Tortorella, as well as analysis of recent extensions signed by Vegas Golden Knights goalie Adin Hill…
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How the NHL Trade Deadline Could Impact the Offseason
In the latest episode, James and Kyle dive into the offseason ramifications of what did and didn't occur at the trade deadline. Is Mitch Marner on his way out…