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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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Midseason Contract Projections and Website Release

2026/02/02

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.

Sweden, Finland, and the rest of Europe Olympic Rosters

2025/12/19

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?

USA Olympic Roster Projection

2025/12/12

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

What Will Canada's Olympic Roster Look Like?

2025/12/05

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

What Should Every NHL Team be Thankful For?

2025/11/21

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?

Pinto, Wedgewood, NHL Youth Movement & the Struggling Sabres

2025/11/14

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.

Is it time to worry about re-signing Kempe or Tuch?

2025/11/08

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?

Which Halloween Candy is Each NHL Team?

2025/10/31

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.

How Much Does Contract Structure Help NHL Teams Win?

2025/10/24

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.

Updating the NHL Contract Landscape

2025/10/17

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?

Exactly How the 2025-2026 NHL Season Will Unfold

2025/10/07

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

2025 Season Preview - Metro Division

2025/10/03

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?

My Favorite NHL Team has a Star Player Unsigned - Should I Panic?

2025/09/26

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.

2025 Season Preview - Atlantic Division

2025/09/19

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?

2025 Season Preview - Pacific Division

2025/09/12

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?