Coronavirus and Sports: The Economic Effects

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Sports has served as a pleasant and warm distraction in times of great uncertainty. From world wars to economic downturns, both sports fans and casual watchers of sports around the world have looked to athletes and their teams for the injection of hope. Unfortunately, the world finds itself faced with the coronavirus crisis which has put a pause on most people’s plans. This presents a turning point for the global economy. In the sporting world, where many major leagues have been shut down, this has implications. The events affect not only the net worth of athletes and their team owners but also the communities which depend on them, economically and emotionally.  Continue reading

How Much Does an NHL General Manager Make?

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If you ask NHL team owners what they look for in a General Manager, they’re likely to say they look for strong leadership qualities, superb communication skills, and of course unbreakable commitment to win. These qualities are harder to come by than most people expect. For this reason, General Managers of ice hockey teams make sizeable amounts in take-home pay.  Continue reading