Expected by Whom? - An Analytics & Eye Test Hockey Podcast
A new hockey podcast (presented by the Winged Wheel Podcast) proving that numbers & humans can co-exist. Hosted by Prashanth Iyer and Sean Shapiro, "Expected by Whom?" will dive into the world of advanced analytics, the eye test, & the human stories across the NHL & world of hockey.
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Rick Bowness - NHL Head Coach Interview - Ep. 32
12/31/2024
Rick Bowness - NHL Head Coach Interview - Ep. 32
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 former NHL Head Coach, Rick Bowness! - Going from player to coach - Coaching responsibilities across assistants/team - Managing a locker room - Tactics and how the game has changed - Organizational philosophies & more Tune in and enjoy this episode, and many more EBW episodes to come! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL Player Agent Insights ft. Allain Roy - Ep. 31
10/06/2024
NHL Player Agent Insights ft. Allain Roy - Ep. 31
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL GM Interview with Eric Tulsky (Carolina Hurricanes) - Ep. 30
07/26/2024
NHL GM Interview with Eric Tulsky (Carolina Hurricanes) - Ep. 30
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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OHL Head Coach - Chris Lazary Interview (Saginaw Spirit) - Ep. 29
07/19/2024
OHL Head Coach - Chris Lazary Interview (Saginaw Spirit) - Ep. 29
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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OHL General Manager - Kyle Raftis Interview (Soo Greyhounds) - Ep. 28
07/12/2024
OHL General Manager - Kyle Raftis Interview (Soo Greyhounds) - Ep. 28
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Dallas Assistant GM - Capology ft. Mark Janko - Ep. 27
06/14/2024
Dallas Assistant GM - Capology ft. Mark Janko - Ep. 27
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL Coaching and Agent Insights ft. Ian Greengross - Ep. 26
05/29/2024
NHL Coaching and Agent Insights ft. Ian Greengross - Ep. 26
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Jake Walman - The Interview - Ep. 25
05/17/2024
Jake Walman - The Interview - Ep. 25
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL Playoffs and ESPN Insights ft. Eric Loh - Ep. 24
04/26/2024
NHL Playoffs and ESPN Insights ft. Eric Loh - Ep. 24
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Michigan Women's Hockey Head Coach Interview - Jenna Trubiano - Ep. 23
04/19/2024
Michigan Women's Hockey Head Coach Interview - Jenna Trubiano - Ep. 23
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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MSU Head Coach Interview - Adam Nightingale - Ep. 22
04/12/2024
MSU Head Coach Interview - Adam Nightingale - Ep. 22
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: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL Parity and Quality of Competition - Ep. 21
04/05/2024
NHL Parity and Quality of Competition - Ep. 21
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: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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The Return of EBW ft. John Matisz - Ep. 20
03/22/2024
The Return of EBW ft. John Matisz - Ep. 20
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: Links from the Show: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Kitchener Rangers Assistant GM - Mike Zsolt Interview - Ep. 19
10/07/2023
Kitchener Rangers Assistant GM - Mike Zsolt Interview - Ep. 19
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Jeremy Rogalski - Bruins Director of Hockey Analytics Interview - Ep. 18
09/24/2023
Jeremy Rogalski - Bruins Director of Hockey Analytics Interview - Ep. 18
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Sam Ventura: Sabres Vice President Interview - Ep. 17
09/13/2023
Sam Ventura: Sabres Vice President Interview - Ep. 17
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Rising Cap, Contracts, and Coach's Insights ft. Ryan Ward - Ep. 16
08/25/2023
Rising Cap, Contracts, and Coach's Insights ft. Ryan Ward - Ep. 16
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Alexandra Mandrycky: Kraken Assistant GM Interview - Ep. 15
07/28/2023
Alexandra Mandrycky: Kraken Assistant GM Interview - Ep. 15
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL In-Season Tournament and Arbitration ft. Mitch Brown - Ep. 14
07/21/2023
NHL In-Season Tournament and Arbitration ft. Mitch Brown - Ep. 14
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Puckdoku, NHL Draft, and Free Agency Review - Ep. 13
07/14/2023
Puckdoku, NHL Draft, and Free Agency Review - Ep. 13
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Matt Rodell, Dallas Stars Director of Hockey Analytics (BONUS EPISODE)
07/09/2023
Matt Rodell, Dallas Stars Director of Hockey Analytics (BONUS EPISODE)
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: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Draft Analytics and Hockey Tax Talk ft. Kyle Stitch - Ep. 11
06/24/2023
Draft Analytics and Hockey Tax Talk ft. Kyle Stitch - Ep. 11
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Draft Process, DeBrincat, and Andrew Thomas Interview - Ep. 10
06/21/2023
Draft Process, DeBrincat, and Andrew Thomas Interview - Ep. 10
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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EBW Mailbag - Ep. 9
06/09/2023
EBW Mailbag - Ep. 9
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Eric Tulsky - Interview with an NHL Assistant GM - Ep. 8
06/02/2023
Eric Tulsky - Interview with an NHL Assistant GM - Ep. 8
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: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Bobrovsky's Revival and HockeyViz ft. Micah Blake McCurdy - Ep. 7
05/30/2023
Bobrovsky's Revival and HockeyViz ft. Micah Blake McCurdy - Ep. 7
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: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Constructing Contenders ft. Evolving Hockey - Ep. 6
05/19/2023
Constructing Contenders ft. Evolving Hockey - Ep. 6
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: Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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NHL Playoff Performers and Analytics in Women's Hockey ft. Carlie Markey - Ep. 5
05/12/2023
NHL Playoff Performers and Analytics in Women's Hockey ft. Carlie Markey - Ep. 5
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Dom Luszczyszyn, Contract Projections, and Draft Stock - Ep. 4
05/05/2023
Dom Luszczyszyn, Contract Projections, and Draft Stock - Ep. 4
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots:
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Hockey Analytics 101 - Ep. 3
04/28/2023
Hockey Analytics 101 - Ep. 3
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! Follow EBW? on Twitter: Follow the Winged Wheel Podcast on Twitter: Go to for more great content! Subscribe to ShapShots: Analytics Resources: - Alison Lukan - Alison Lukan - Charlie O’Connor - Alex Novet - Josh and Luke Younggren
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