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Bob Goodenow Biography:

DOB: Oct 29/1952 - Detroit, M.I.

Education:
Harvard University (1974)
Detroit Law School, Law degree (1977)

Resume:
Jr hockey with Detroit Jr Wings
Harvard Hockey Team (captain)
Flint Generals (2 seasons,IHL)
US Nation Team (one season)
Unisys Corp representing company deal with labour unions.
Player Agent, 1984
NHLPA Deputy Executive director (1990)
NHLPA Executive director (1992)

Impact:
Grew the average players salary from $276K to $1.8M.
Introduced agent certification.
Create NHLPA website, licensed merchandise, and TV show.
Led players to strike for 10 days in April 1992.
Locked out by owners for 103 days before reaching an agreement in Jan,1995.

Other possible careers:

  • career minor leaguer then owner of a sports bar in Detroit.
  • lawyer for successful .com

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