Episode 104: Predicting The 2016-2017 Standings Using Models
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Micah Blake McCurdy joins the show to help preview the upcoming season, and predict how the standings will wind up shaking out using his new model. Here’s a quick rundown of the topics covered: 0:30 Predictive Models 7:30 Coaching influence on predictions 18:30 How much better can the Avalanche get? 26:30 California Teams vs. The Oilers 28:20 Can the Predators take the West? 30:45 Signs of decline for the Blackhawks 32:15 Rangers & Canadiens being reliant on goaltending This episode is brought to you by Freshbooks, an online accounting service designed to save time and help avoid all of the stresses that come with running a small business. They’re currently offering a free 30-day trial to listeners of our show at Freshbooks.com/PDOcast (just remember to enter “Hockey PDOcast” in the ‘How You Heard About Us’ section). Every episode of this podcast is available on iTunes, Soundcloud, Stitcher and can also be streamed straight from this website. Make sure to subscribe to the show so that you don’t miss out on any new episodes as they’re released. All ratings and reviews of the show are greatly appreciated.