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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
One thing I noticed when he talks about factors that players consider when leaving or signing with a team, winning isn't really mentioned. It tends to come down to money, lifestyle, and opportunity to play with complementary players.
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I’ve heard the same from other sources. This seems a tough one for fans to get their heads around, but the truth is most NHL players aren’t fans. Players don’t follow the league standings closely, know rosters and lines by heart, follow prospects, or pay much attention to projections. Playing hockey is their job, and all the normal features of a job - how much they’re paid, what city they move to, their personal relationship with colleagues and managers - matter more than the competitive landscape.