Ben Robertson transfer

[arugula]

Bill shoots and scores.  Cutting through the BS.  As to the debate about wages, the ECHL just had a player strike, with the salubrious effect one hopes of increased pay, although I know the strike was as much about the terrible conditions they work under in that league.

[Trotsky]

Without the ECHL and AHL, we wouldn't have had Slapshot.

Hundreds of members of my mom's extended Johnstown family is in that movie as extras. 

[BearLover]

What percentage of players, overall are getting direct NIL? 50% or more?

Any NIL, including a few dollars here and there from eg. jersey sales? Maybe 50%. Substantial NIL that rivals eg. an ECHL salary? Probably an extremely small percentage, less than 1%.

You overestimate the ECHL's wages... which, when factored over the year, are pretty damn low. A fair amount of those guys take second jobs over the summer, etc.

We've heard of guys getting 50k and transferring schools because of it. Add scholarship, room, board, food. That's more than an ECHL salary, I can almost guarantee it.

So much so, that there are guys who are saying "if my choices are ECHL (with little prospect of moving up the ranks) or workforce, I'm going to the workforce".

I was assuming the average ECHL wage is around 50K, which would equate to what the very best players in the country are rumored to be getting offered to transfer.

Overview of ECHL Salaries
How much do ECHL players make? The salary of ECHL players varies widely based on factors like experience, position, and team. According to the ECHL minimum salary for the 2021-2022 season, a rookie can expect to earn $555 per week. Veterans with three or more years of professional experience can earn up to $925 per week.

But what about the average ECHL salary? The average ECHL player earns around $600 per week. However, this number can vary widely based on factors like performance, position, and team. Some players may earn much more than the league average, while others may earn less.

The average salary for an ECHL player is around $600 per week, but this can vary based on a number of factors such as the player's experience, skill level, and position on the team. In some cases, players can make over $1,000 per week, while others may make less than $400 per week.

It's also important to note that ECHL players are typically only paid during the regular season, which lasts for about six months. During the off-season, many players will look for other work or play in other leagues to supplement their income.

Another thing to keep in mind is that ECHL players are responsible for their own travel and living expenses, which can add up quickly. While some teams provide housing or help players find affordable options, others do not, leaving players to foot the bill for their own accommodations.

Sourcing from this, which seems to be generally accurate as far as I've done research and understand it.

550 x 26 weeks = 55 x 10 x 2 x 13 = 1100 x 13 = 14300.

925 x 26 = 925 x 2 x 13 = 1850 x 13 = 24050.

Yeah. You're off...

Wow, didn't realize it was so low