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Originally Posted by Bandwagon In Flames
I'm confused as to why having an Olympic break affects NHL profits in any way. It's not like the seasons are shorter, it's the same number of games. If anything this would cause an increased attendance and viewing for games after the break as every hockey fan has gone 2-3 weeks without seeing their team play and is starved for NHL hockey (in a good way).
Have you heard of any other hockey leagues in Europe complaining about their players being taken to play in the biggest hockey tournament in the world? I'm thinking not, because they understand that the Olympics are a big deal for the sport. The NHL earns it's revenue from fans and the majority of fans want to see Olympic hockey. I'd say all fans but some seem to have their own personal agenda (e.g watching lesser/junior hockey players play in the Olympics).
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I heard on the radio this morning that the complaints are mostly from American owners, who look at February as a time where they can attract the more casual fans. This is the time right after the NFL season ends and before March Madness begins.