Max Term Podcast

James and Kyle run through the Pacific Division, discussing each teams additions, subtractions, and likelihood (in their opinion) of over/under point totals. Oh, and they each pick some fantasy sleepers for each team (yes, they remembered for each team!).

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 Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin. Audio available wherever you get your podcasts, video on YouTube!

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.

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