Your probably wondering what magical pool of players will appear for this new brand of single A hockey. The truth is, this hockey is not going to be of spectacular quality. However, with a little effort by the teams, the whole experience should provide an entertaining product.
There is a pool of players who have that major league dream, but have no where to play once their college and junior eligibility expires. I'd imagine a lot of these players will play only a season or two in this league, luckily there is always going to be a new crop of 21-25 year olds who don't want to quit playing hockey.
As long as the teams can provide a fun experience for the fans, why not give these players an outlet?
The NHL needs this brand of hockey to exist. They need kids going to games and growing up thinking of hockey as a spectator sport. They need the $8 pro hockey ticket that minor league baseball enjoys.
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Interesting blog. Well done!
I hope that the MAHL works - there have been so many joke leagues in these markets - NEHL, IIHL, etc.
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