The story of a 34-year-old rookie

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Here, something to read. Fascinating story.

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Our GM, Billy McCreary offered me a contract: $100 a week — low even by FPHL standards. I, a juris doctor, and esteemed member of the Oregon State Bar, negotiated with McCreary, a long-time pro hockey player, to increase my salary. No dice. Take it or leave it. But he offered a caveat.
“Can you fight? It’s a $100 bonus per fight,” McCreary offered.
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