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Max Term Podcast

Kyle Stich & James Finch

100 episodes

2 weeks ago

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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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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Episodes (20/100)

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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? 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?

2 weeks ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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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? How many of their young superstars will have a spot? Are there any under the radar honorable mentions? Next up - European Teams

3 weeks ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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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 many of their young superstars will have a spot? Are there any under the radar honorable mentions? Next up - Team USA

1 month ago

1 hour 1 minute

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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)? Coaches? Management? Location?

1 month ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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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 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 month ago

1 hour 28 minutes

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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 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?

1 month ago

37 minutes

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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 stay for the candy hot takes.

2 months ago

1 hour 32 minutes

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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 approach contract structure? Does it make a difference in on-ice success? Find out all those answers in this episode.

2 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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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 that Alex Tuch isn't signed? Kings fans with Kempe? Did Kaprizov or Connor influence that? Why is the RFA landscape as murky as ever? Did Lane Hutson's contract complicate things?

2 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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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 lift The Cup? *Probably more like 100% inaccuracy

2 months ago

37 minutes

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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 projected point totals? Who are some fantasy hockey sleepers? What concerns do they have with teams? What are some reasons for optimism for each team?

3 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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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 signed a contract? Edmonton/McDavid, Minnesota/Kaprizov, Vegas/Eichel, Winnipeg/Connor, Colorado/Necas, Los Angeles/Kempe, Buffalo/Tuch. He also discusses the remaining RFAs (Evanglista, McTavish, L. Hughes) and if there is cause for concern there.

3 months ago

36 minutes

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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 projected point totals? Who are some fantasy hockey sleepers? What concerns do they have with teams? What are some reasons for optimism for each team?

3 months ago

1 hour 26 minutes

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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 projected point totals? Who are some fantasy hockey sleepers? What concerns do they have with teams? What are some reasons for optimism for each team?

3 months ago

1 hour 31 minutes

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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 projected point totals? Who are some fantasy hockey sleepers? What concerns do they have with teams? What are some reasons for optimism for each team?

4 months ago

1 hour 25 minutes

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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 his deal before Bedard? Was that a good contract? Additionally, they discuss the misses and lessons learned from this year's contract projections.

4 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes 29 seconds

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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 optimism for your team? Catch the worst in the previous episode.

4 months ago

1 hour 40 minutes 30 seconds

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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 issues? Are there reasons for optimism if your team lands in the bottom of the rankings? Tune in next episode to hear who they think are the best.

4 months ago

1 hour 21 minutes 24 seconds

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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 should teams still be looking to do? Who might have done enough?

4 months ago

1 hour 27 minutes

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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 should teams still be looking to do? Who might have done enough? Next week they will discuss the Western Conference.

5 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes 53 seconds