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Originally Posted by Goriders
I have a feeling that the main reason players don’t want to play in canada is the tax system.
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Public scrutiny plays a part too. But it isn’t just about families being harassed while buying groceries. NHL players are rich and like to do the things rich young men do, like enjoy the nightlife. That’s a lot easier if you’re relatively anonymous.
When Drew Doughty was asked about what it was like playing in LA after they won the Cup vs before, he said it sucked. He liked being about to ‘enjoy what LA has to offer’ ie party it up in clubs, without public recognition or scrutiny.