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Algorithmically Incorrect Hockey

Sean Shapiro and Robert Tiffin
Hockey
NHL
AFP Analytics
Professional Women's Hockey League
College Hockey
Analytics
Video Coaching

Hosted by hockey writers Sean Shapiro and Robert Tiffin, Algorithmically Incorrect Hockey is a weekly show about the people and parts of hockey that fascinate us, whether they please the algorithm or not. Also featuring weekly guests from around the hockey world, AI Hockey is a show created out of passion for good storytelling and love of the game.

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Robert remembers the name of the show. Sean grits his teeth while praising the Arsenal Football Club.

First, (5:30) the guys talk a bit more about Jason Robertson, Kirill Kaprizov, and how contract comps work in different markets. We then move on (... more

Robert finds out about a goat named Skubal. Sean's wifi holds up until a late-episode storm rolls in.

The guys open the show by talking about offseason sports viewing (6:30). Sean announces his running project to watch every Fast & Furious movie. more

Sean drives to the top of a parking garage. Robert gets to hear an Alex Ovechkin story.

First (11:20), the one-and-only Bruce Boudreau joins the show to talk about the award named after him, how his AHL career ended, comparing tough playoff goalie ... more

Sean and Robert kick things off by magnanimously acknowledging that you are allowed to walk up and give them envelopes of cash at any time.

Former NHL video coach Kelly Forbes then joins the show (11:45) to talk about his career in Dallas, how the j... more

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Kyle Stich
Analyst, AFP Analytics; contract projections and tax considerations for athletes
AFP Analytics
Episode: Episode 7: Kyle Stich, Jason Robertson's Next Contract, and How The Rock Pretzel-Bunned a Film Franchise
Bruce Boudreau
Long-time NHL coach; namesake of the Bruce Boudreau Award
NHL (previous roles)
Episode: Episode 6: Bruce Boudreau, Troy Bodie, AHL Lessons, and a PWHL Team Launch
Troy Bodie
General Manager, Coachella Valley Firebirds (AHL); former NHL player
Coachella Valley Firebirds / Seattle Kraken
Episode: Episode 6: Bruce Boudreau, Troy Bodie, AHL Lessons, and a PWHL Team Launch
Kelly Forbes
Former NHL video coach
Dallas Stars (former)
Episode: Episode 5: Kelly Forbes, Florian Wieser, Independent Hockey Media, and What Justin Abdelkader Did
Florian Wieser
Italian hockey player, multiple Italian champion
Italy hockey circles
Episode: Episode 5: Kelly Forbes, Florian Wieser, Independent Hockey Media, and What Justin Abdelkader Did
Jack Han
Author and hockey tactics educator, in-studio guest
Episode: Episode 2: Jack Han, Rick Bowness, College Hockey, and Handshakes
Rick Bowness
Head coach of Columbus Blue Jackets (guest appearance)
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: Episode 2: Jack Han, Rick Bowness, College Hockey, and Handshakes
Elliotte Friedman
Senior writer at SportsNet, prominent hockey analyst
SportsNet
Episode: Episode 1: Elliotte Friedman, Ian Greengross, and Jailbreak Goals
Ian Greengross
Representative for NHL coaches, sports agent specializing in coaching contracts
Independent / coaching representation
Episode: Episode 1: Elliotte Friedman, Ian Greengross, and Jailbreak Goals

Hosts

Sean Shapiro
Host of Algorithmically Incorrect Hockey; co-creator of the show; long-time hockey writer.
Robert Tiffin
Co-host of the show; long-time hockey writer with insights into coaching, contracts, and the hockey ecosystem.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Big fan of these two writers

    I’m a big fan of both writers and a subscriber to both of their substacks, however, Sean’s delivery and audio needs work. The background noise from the rink just about ruined E2.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shiner27
    United Statesa month ago

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Guests bring strong expertise, from coaching legends to executives, adding credibility and nuance.
Listeners appreciate the deep-dive coaching and development insights, with practical takeaways for analysts and coaches.
The casual storytelling tone is a draw, though some want crisper audio at times.
Cross-border and international hockey perspectives broaden the conversation beyond NHL-centric topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#111
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#242
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#24
Italy/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#149
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#239
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#21
Ireland/Sports/Hockey

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Episode 7: Kyle Stich, Jason Robertson's Next Contract, and How The Rock Pretzel-Bunned a Film Franchise
Q: How does your algorithm build a market basket for a player like Jason Robertson?
We input a broad set of stats, group players by similar profiles, apply age and cap hit parameters, then select a middle-ground basket of comparable players. We manually prune outputs and consider nearby contracts to adjust for market nuances such as location, taxes, and team context.

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A hockey-focused interview show hosted by two longtime hockey writers, featuring in-depth conversations with coaches, executives, players, and analysts about development pipelines, league dynamics, branding, and the business of hockey beyond the NHL. Episodes frequently explore coaching philosophy, analytics, live-streaming culture, and the global dimensions of the sport, with a casual, storytelling-heavy approach that leans into personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes perspectives. Unique angles include expansion markets, cross-border coaching pipelines, and the evolving relationship between traditional analysis and modern media, making it appealing to listeners who crave nuanced, practitioner-level industry insights.

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1. Kyle Stich
2. Bruce Boudreau
3. Troy Bodie
4. Kelly Forbes
5. Florian Wieser
6. Jack Han
7. Rick Bowness
8. Elliotte Friedman

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