Another point - having a back up plan in terms of an education isn't a bad thing. People should watch Broke (30 for 30) - far too few athletes have a Plan B or a plan for what happens after hockey.
Johnny G is no guarantee to be an NHLer - in fact some would say his size still makes him a long shot. I would say he's a sure-fire bet to be able to make a living as a pro player for a number of years - but he isn't going to set himself up for life making AHL dollars.
An education gives him options down the road for life after hockey.
Absolutely nothing wrong with that.
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