No other sport can match the intense combination you’ve needed to excel in Hockey — your power and athletic ability also has to out-maneuver slashing sticks, flying pucks and metal blades. Less than one in every 1,000 high school players displays your skills — those worthy enough to be drafted by an NHL team*.
But raw skills are only the beginning. Learned craftiness is surely a key reason why professional hockey has the longest average career of the four major American sports — 5 years*.
Compared to other major sports, however, the average salaries have been comparatively low. Fortunately, the minimum salary was raised to $450,000 for the 2005-2006 season. While a $270,000 minimum increase may seem like the money is finally rolling in, have you thought of how long that money will last once you step off of the ice?
The right financial planning now is critical to your family’s long-range financial future. We can help you explore your options and develop the financial plan that best suits your needs.
