Max Term Podcast

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, using Jamie Drysdale as an example. Lastly, they finish up the episode with thoughts on the Yzerplan ending! What do we think it means for Dylan Larkin's future?

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 Carlsson offer sheets, a shifting cap culture, and more!

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 sign and trades like Raddysh to the Leafs and Tuch to the Capitals. We discuss all the happenings leading up to free agency!

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 consensus rankings (a.k.a scouting) to help identify where some potential value could be found at different points in the early rounds. Current Events: SJS/BUF Kesselring trade, TOR/PHI Woll trade, COL/NSH Colton trade.

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 their current team and no player can be used twice. Who matches with Alex Tuch? Rasmus Andersson? Darren Raddysh? John Carlson? Anders Lee? Do any top players not get matched? Who are some of the best value matches?

In the latest episode, James and Kyle continue working through AFP Analytics' contract projection with players eligible to sign a contract extension this summer. They go team by team, giving an overview of the projected contracts and how likely the extension could get done. Could Cale Maker, Quinn Hughes, and Macklin Celebrini reset the contract landscape? Are there are sneaky important extensions to get done this summer?

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 overview of the projected contracts and team cap situations. Could this summer see a major market shift with young players getting higher AAVs AND less term? Could there be any offer sheets? Who could be this targets?

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 could provide value at their projected contract? Which contracts might we hesitate to give out? 

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 differences of opinion out West. Who do they like prevailing in each matchup? What series are good and bad matchups for the favorites? Can anyone or anything stop the Colorado Avalanche? Which team could be a fun bet to make to be the eventual champs? 

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 re-visited this summer. Is Robert Thomas destined to be moved? Should have the Blues moved Binnington? How does New Jersey solve their logjam on the backend? Could the Predators or Maple Leafs blow it up this summer?

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 questioning, whether the return, fit, or logic of the move. They also give their thoughts on no trade clauses and the Colton Parayko situation.

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 beyond this season). Could the Blues shake things up? Can Montreal or Carolina land a BIG fish? Will Calgary and/or Vancouver fully commit to a rebuild/retool? What direction could Toronto go?

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 are sellers? What teams could fill needs and buy? Are there positions or skillsets more prevalent than others? 

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. Tune in to learn how the rising cap and prevalent long-term contracts are potentially creating an environment where teams might run out of players to pay.

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 contracts signed in the last month and discuss some of the big contracts to come. What will it cost Buffalo to keep Alex Tuch. Should they? What other forwards could be available in free agency? What might Andersson cost Vegas to retain? Who are the next options after? How will the RFAs shape up? What's the interesting dynamic in play in Detroit with Edvinsson?  Finally, come to learn about our new website and how you can get the most out of it.

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?

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

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

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?

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.

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?

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.

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.

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?

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

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?

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.

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?

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?

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?

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.

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.

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.

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? 

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.

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 players or teams want to go? Can they come up with an alternative contract? When can that happen? What happens after an award? Does a team have to accept it? Who can still buy players out this offseason? Which players does Kyle expect to go and who does he expect to settle?

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 agency. What contracts made sense? Which were head scratchers? Is a contract gap developing based on player role? Who got better? Are there any teams that made more questionable signings than others?

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 their thoughts on the Peterka, Dobson, Coyle, Timmins, Gibson, Hague, Marner, Maccelli, Bolduc/Mailloux, and Miller trades plus a few others.   Tune in next episode for their free agent signing wrap-up 

In this free agency preview episode, James runs through recent signings and trades from draft weekend, discusses trade rumors, potential happenings with current RFAs, and how the free agent market is currently shaping up. Happy Free Agency!

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 than 10 years ago? Can teams work around it? What are the important considerations for players and their agents when negotiating contracts?

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 and players could be potential targets and will those attempts be successful? How can offer sheets be structured to give them the best chance of success? James and Kyle will take you through the answers to all of those questions

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 in line to get more than their contract projection? Will there be any updates to AFP Analytics' contract projections? Where do things stand with trades candidates? Who moves and who stays? What about UFAs? This episode is your guide to be caught up on what could be the biggest NHL moves into July 1st.

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 think has the potential to be a steal later in the draft? Who should teams be cautious of? Which prospects' names will they butcher the pronunciation of? 

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, Marco Rossi, Bo Byram, and JJ Peterka wind up and what will the cost be? What more do the Rangers have up their sleeves? Who could be on the way out and what could be coming back?

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 with Jason Robertson and Thomas Harley. What are their options to be able to keep both? Why does Chicago have a tough decision with Bedard and how much will that cost them? How will Fantilli, Cooley, and Carlson slot salary wise? How should Calgary approach signing Dustin Wolf? Why is Zach Benson a unique case? What to make of some of the other top RFA extension eligible players? Who may and may not get contracts done this offseason and will order matter?

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 their current team and no player can be used twice. Who matches with Mitch Marner? Brock Boeser? John Tavares? Nikolaj Ehlers? Aaron Ekblad? Sam Bennett? Do any top players not get matched? Who are some of the best value matches?

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 forward, defense, and goalie market be? Could any of the players be traded like Mikko Rantanen? 

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 eligible RFAs? Could we see any offer sheets this summer? Will both Bouchard and Dobson reach $10M average annual values? Could Edmonton execute a revenge offer sheet for a goalie?

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 dive on the UFAs at forward, defense, and in goal.

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? Who needs to be mindful of the path they choose to go? Who needs to be careful to not get too complacent? Could Elias Pettersson be traded? Could a surprising player be traded by the Bruins?