Like the all-star skills competition, game NHL Winter Classic Alumni began to create more buzz and memories of the main event. In 2010, Mario Lemieux’s return to the ice that essentially make the game alumni in Pittsburgh. This season, Eric Lindros and Bernie parent Show 45,000 fans packed into citizens Bank Park.
That is to say that the event is a success, both in popularity and financially. Therefore, the people who made the event possible, NHL alumni, wondering if they really get enough of the benefits of this.
Dave Feschuk and Rick Westhead Toronto Star has a story on Thursday that, frankly, makes a return game experience alumni. Because players are not getting ‘ paid, yo:
Some sources say they are not alumni pay for their services. Another source with knowledge of the alumni Affairs said he had heard they were paid a nominal fee of $ 200. Perhaps there is more to the story.
While airfare and accommodations are also discussed, some players actually spent money to play in the game alumni. Airline baggage fees mean dragging the hockey equipment for the Philadelphia charge about $ 50 to $ 100. Those who do not want to travel with a hockey stick can buy one in the locker room for $ 50.