Expected by Whom? - An Analytics & Eye Test Hockey Podcast

NHL Player Agent Insights ft. Allain Roy - Ep. 31 Oct 06, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Prashanth and Sean are joined by NHL player agent, Allain Roy!

- What does an agency do?

- Thoughts on offer sheets

- Is term or salary negotiated first?

- Toughest GM’s to negotiate with

- Landscape of agent negotiations: shift to signing longer deals earlier with prominent players (e.g. Dylan Cozens, Nico Hischier)

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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NHL GM Interview with Eric Tulsky (Carolina Hurricanes) - Ep. 30 Jul 26, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Prashanth and Sean are joined by NHL GM, Eric Tulsky of the Carolina Hurricanes - the first ever active General Manager to join the Winged Wheel Podcast network!

- Is there an NHL GM group chat?

- The Canes “didn’t hire ChatGPT” to run the team...balancing math vs. intuition

- The GM and coach dynamic - systems, players, and how they adapt

- Empowering a team on and off the ice

- Underappreciated/discussed qualities of a leader that would allow them to be successful in an NHL front office

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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OHL Head Coach - Chris Lazary Interview (Saginaw Spirit) - Ep. 29 Jul 19, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean is joined by Saginaw Spirit Head Coach, Chris Lazary!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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OHL General Manager - Kyle Raftis Interview (Soo Greyhounds) - Ep. 28 Jul 12, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean and Prashanth are joined by Soo Greyhounds GM, Kyle Raftis!

- Kyle's path to becoming an OHL General Manager

- How’d you get where you are?

- Intricacies of being an OHL GM

- Role of data in identifying players through the draft

- How does coaching philosophy come into play with finding the right players to fit

- Dynamic of managing a player that’s projected to be a top pick in the upcoming draft

- Changes to approach in managing kids going through the draft process/adversity

- How are OHL trades constructed?

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Dallas Assistant GM - Capology ft. Mark Janko - Ep. 27 Jun 14, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean and Prashanth are joined by Dallas Stars Assistant GM, Mark Janko!

- Mark's path to becoming an NHL Assistant General Manager

- Handling of Cap/CBA -> what does an internal capologist do for a team?

- How does the CapFriendly purchase impact league-wide

- Where does the cap come in to play with roster decision-making (trades, UFAs)

- Where does the cap come into play during “hockey times”?

- Biggest public misconceptions of cap management

- The role of state income tax on player/agent decisions

- How Jim Nill sets the culture

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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NHL Coaching and Agent Insights ft. Ian Greengross - Ep. 26 May 29, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean and Prashanth are joined by sports agent Ian Greengross!

- Ian’s background in NFL

- Why did Ian want to jump to the NHL to represent coaches?

- Why are coaching lifespans so short now?

- How do you do determine a coach’s value in negotiations?

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Jake Walman - The Interview - Ep. 25 May 17, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean and Prashanth are joined by Detroit Red Wings defenseman Jake Walman!

- Who is Jake Walman? His hockey idol, who he models his game after, XBox vs. PS vs. PC, best recent video games

- Communication of data to players - what’s helpful, what’s not helpful, and what’s actionable?

- Off-ice use of data in training (biometrics, etc.)

- What does offseason life look like for an NHL player?

- Growth of NCAA game since his time at Providence

- AHL as a development league - how customized is development to prepping top prospects for reaching the next level and how well does the game translate?

- Attitude towards media

- Community efforts in Detroit

- Next goal celebration after The Griddy?

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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NHL Playoffs and ESPN Insights ft. Eric Loh - Ep. 24 Apr 26, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean and Prashanth are joined by ESPN Senior Manager, Eric Loh!

- Update on UM Women’s Hockey Team

- ESPN Interview - Eric Loh

- What goes into scheduling playoff games into TV windows

- Bedard marketing

- NHL scheduling matrix

- Frozen Frenzy

- PWHL coverage?

- Closing on Max’s stupid penalty

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Michigan Women's Hockey Head Coach Interview - Jenna Trubiano - Ep. 23 Apr 19, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Sean is joined by the Head Coach of the University of Michigan Women's Hockey team: Jenna Trubiano!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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MSU Head Coach Interview - Adam Nightingale - Ep. 22 Apr 12, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode as Prashanth and Sean are joined by the Head Coach of the Michigan State Spartans: Adam Nightingale!

- Rebuilding the MSU program

- Recruiting players

- Coaching journey

- Video and analytics at the NCAA level

- Trey Augustine and Artem Levshenov

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

Links from the Show:

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NHL Parity and Quality of Competition - Ep. 21 Apr 05, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune into this episode for Prashanth and Sean's discussions on:

- Parity in the NHL

- The Eastern Conference playoff "race"

- The NHL's President's Trophy race

- Washington Capitals goal differential

- Measuring Quality of Competition; Mo Seider Case

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

Links from the Show:

- https://theathletic.com/5368378/2024/03/28/nhl-moritz-seider-usage-players-numbers/

- https://prashanthiyer.substack.com/p/seiders-historic-d-zone-usage

- https://www.shapshotshockey.com/p/on-moritz-seider-advanced-stats-usage

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The Return of EBW ft. John Matisz - Ep. 20 Mar 22, 2024

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this (return from hiatus) episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by John Matisz, Senior NHL writer & PHWA meber! Tune into this episode for:

- The Return of EBW

- GM Meeting Updates

- Rule changes & risk vs. reward

- John Matisz Interview on State of Analytics in NHL

- PWHL in Detroit

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

John’s Story we discuss: https://www.thescore.com/nhl/news/2848474/open-peoples-eyes-how-the-nhls-evolved-in-the-decade-of-data

Links from the Show: https://behindthenet.ca/blog/2008/12/scoring-probability-vs-length-of-2-man.html

https://puckplusplus.com/2017/09/07/how-certain-do-you-need-to-be-on-an-offside-challenge/

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Kitchener Rangers Assistant GM - Mike Zsolt Interview - Ep. 19 Oct 07, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this incredibly exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Mike Zsolt, Kitchener Rangers (OHL) Assistant General Manager! Tune into this episode for:

- Connor Bedard marketing

- 11F/7D utilization in the NHL

- Mike Zsolt interview

- Rangers Assistant GM role

- OHL analytics

- NHL involvement in player development

- junior leagues on the rise

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Jeremy Rogalski - Bruins Director of Hockey Analytics Interview - Ep. 18 Sep 24, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this incredibly exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Jeremy Rogalski, Boston Bruins Director of Hockey Analytics! Tune into this episode for:

- Mike Babcock story

- BioSteel Bankruptcy

- Jeremy Rogalski interview

- Boston Bruins analytics

- Hockey tactics and video coaches

- Cossa/goalie development

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Sam Ventura: Sabres Vice President Interview - Ep. 17 Sep 13, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this incredibly exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Sam Ventura, Buffalo Sabres VP of Hockey Strategy and Research! Tune into this episode for:

- Chelios jersey retirement

- Champions Hockey League rule changes

- Sam Ventura interview

- Professional journey through NHL ranks

- War-On-Ice and hockey analytics

- Building NHL analytics departments

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Rising Cap, Contracts, and Coach's Insights ft. Ryan Ward - Ep. 16 Aug 25, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Back for another exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Ryan Ward, head coach of the Youngstown Phantoms! Tune into this episode for:

- Rising NHL salary cap and its effects on contract extensions

- Salary cap construction

- Ryan Ward interview

- Coaching in the NHL and OHL

- USHL's league talent and rising level

- Player development & analytics vs. winning now in a development league

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Alexandra Mandrycky: Kraken Assistant GM Interview - Ep. 15 Jul 28, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In another VERY exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Seattle Kraken Assistant General Manager, Alexandra Mandrycky! Tune into this episode for:

- General Manager vs. President of Hockey Operations - who's in charge?

- Alexandra Mandrycky interview

- Working with Ron Francis

- Seattle Kraken inception & early days

- Expansion draft, working with data, assistant GM role, Kraken success

- UFA optimization of value

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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NHL In-Season Tournament and Arbitration ft. Mitch Brown - Ep. 14 Jul 21, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Mitch Brown of EP Rinkside & Elite Prospects! Tune into this episode for:

- NHL In-Season Tournaments

- Mitch Brown interview

- Tracking data & Amadeus Lombardi

- Separating players from systems

- Goalies

- NHL arbitration

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Puckdoku, NHL Draft, and Free Agency Review - Ep. 13 Jul 14, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean return from a mini-summer break to catch up on all of the biggest news across the NHL! Tune into this episode for:

- Puckdoku: strategies & more

- NHL Draft recap

- Draft winner & losers

- NHL free agency recap

- Free agency winners & losers

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Matt Rodell, Dallas Stars Director of Hockey Analytics (BONUS EPISODE) Jul 09, 2023

Tune into this special bonus episode of Expected by Whom?, where Sean Shapiro takes to the 2023 NHL Draft and meets with the Dallas Stars Director of Hockey Analytics, Matt Rodell! Enjoy the interview (and bear with the funky audio) as the show takes a short break during the offseason!

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

Follow EBW? on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExpectedByWhom

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Draft Analytics and Hockey Tax Talk ft. Kyle Stitch - Ep. 11 Jun 24, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Kyle Stitch, Director of Operations for AFP Tax and AFP Analytics! Tune into this episode for:

- Coaches Conference Highlights - Innovative Ways to Implement Analytics

- Kyle Stitch Interview

- Tax consulting for athletes

- Tax-free Stanley Cup Finals

- Jock taxes

- Draft Analytics - the science of trading up & down

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Draft Process, DeBrincat, and Andrew Thomas Interview - Ep. 10 Jun 21, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Andrew Thomas, formerly from the Minnesota Wild front office and builder of War-On-Ice! Tune into this episode for:

- Corsi

- Draft process & strategy

- DeBrincat trade rumors

- Andrew Thomas Interview

- Minnesota Wild experience

- War-On-Ice & more on analytical models

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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EBW Mailbag - Ep. 9 Jun 09, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this all mailbag episode, Prashanth and Sean take your questions, comments, & rude remarks to discuss all things NHL hockey, analytics, & lots more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Eric Tulsky - Interview with an NHL Assistant GM - Ep. 8 Jun 02, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this VERY exciting episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Carolina Hurricanes Assistant General Manager, Eric Tulsky! Tune into this episode for:

- Stanley Cup Final preview

- Eric Tulsky interview

- Eric's journey & the analytics boom in hockey

- The Canes' use of analytics compared to the rest of the NHL

- Conn Smythe odds

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

Eric Tulsky says click here: https://www.karensosafineart.com/

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Bobrovsky's Revival and HockeyViz ft. Micah Blake McCurdy - Ep. 7 May 30, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Micah Blake McCurdy, the brilliant hockey analytics mind behind HockeyViz! Tune into this episode for:

- Evaluating goaltenders

- Bobrovsky's incredible run and return to form, in context

- Micah Blake McCurdy interview

- HockeyViz & modelling explained

- Dallas' lineup & series

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

HockeyViz: https://hockeyviz.com/

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Constructing Contenders ft. Evolving Hockey - Ep. 6 May 19, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Josh & Luke Younggren of the infamous Evolving Hockey site! Tune into this episode for:

- Constructing playoff contenders - what makes a Cup-competitive team?

- Interview w/ Evolving Wild

- Explaining the Evolving Hockey model, xGAR, & more

- Arizona Coyotes...what now?

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

Evolving Hockey: https://evolving-hockey.com/

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NHL Playoff Performers and Analytics in Women's Hockey ft. Carlie Markey - Ep. 5 May 12, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by Carlie Markey, Data Scientist for the Pittsburgh Pirates & Boston Pride! Tune into this episode for:

- NHL playoffs vs. regular season performers

- Interview w/ Carlie Markey

- 2022 PHF Analytics Offseason Renaissance

- General experience working with the Boston Pride and PHF

- NHL schedule changes

- Changes to the Draft Lottery

- & more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

https://www.carleenmarkey.com/hockey

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Dom Luszczyszyn, Contract Projections, and Draft Stock - Ep. 4 May 05, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean are joined by a giant of the hockey analytics world! Tune in for:

Contract projections
Interview w/ Dom Luszczyszyn
Draft Stock App
& more!

Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come!

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Hockey Analytics 101 - Ep. 3 Apr 28, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this episode, Prashanth and Sean give a crash course in hockey advanced analytics! Tune in for:

Analytics 101
- Corsi
- Fenwick
- Expected Goals
- Goals Saved Above Average
- Goals Saved Above Expected
Mythbusters
- Playoff statistics
- Playoff Scoring/Greasy Goals

Tune in and enjoy this first of many EBW episodes to come!

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Analytics Resources:

Beyond the Box Score - An Intro To Hockey Analytics - Alison Lukan
Analytics With Alison: Inside Expected Goals Models - Alison Lukan
An Advanced Stat Primer - Understanding Basic Hockey Metrics - Charlie O’Connor
How to get started in hockey analytics - Alex Novet
Expected Goals in Hockey - A Review (2004-2020) - Josh and Luke Younggren

NHL Analytics and Playoff Discussion ft. Shayna Goldman - Ep. 2 Apr 19, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this second ever episode, Prashanth and Sean tackle some key discussions in NHL analytics usage, & are joined by a special guest! Tune in for:

Yzerman's analytics comments
How do & how should players, GMs, & coaches use analytics?
Playoff discussion featuring Shayna Goldman of The Athletic & Too Many Men
taking your questions in the first-ever EBW mailbag!

Tune in and enjoy this first of many EBW episodes to come!

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"Expected by Whom?" - Ep. 1 Apr 14, 2023

Welcome to "Expected by Whom?" A new hockey podcast hosted by Prashanth Iyer & Sean Shapiro, and presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast!

Expected by Whom? is a show that will set out to prove that humans & numbers can co-exist, covering the world of advanced analytics in hockey, the "eye-test", and the unique human stories from across the NHL.

In this inaugural episode, Prashanth and Sean cover some good ground, including:

telling you about themselves, this new show, and how it fits into the Winged Wheel Podcast network
the pros/cons of "sliding" an ELC through an analytical lens, using Edvinsson's entry-level contract as an example
taking your questions in the first-ever EBW mailbag!

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