In a recent episode of the Slangin’ the Bizkit podcast, Eido Walny, founder of Walny Legal Group LLC, shared key legal insights into the unique challenges faced by professional hockey players, particularly around divorce, retirement, and financial protection.
Walny highlighted the elevated divorce rate among NHL players—estimated around 70%—with nearly half of those separations occurring within the first year of retirement. The shift from a high-intensity, travel-heavy career to post-hockey life can place unexpected strain on relationships, especially when combined with financial pressures and poor legal planning.
“Retirement changes everything,” Walny explained. “And if players don’t have proper legal safeguards in place—like trusts or prenups—they can lose more than just their career.”
The conversation also addressed common pitfalls in athlete finances, including multi-jurisdiction tax filings and exposure to predatory advisors. Walny underscored the need for experienced legal counsel, especially for high-profile individuals navigating contract obligations, family transitions, and long-term asset protection.
Walny Legal Group remains a trusted resource for athletes and public figures, offering guidance on estate planning, business structure, and legal preparedness throughout and beyond their careers.
Full episode available at:
YouTube – NHL Divorce Rates, Avoiding Taxes, Smart Men DON’T Marry
Slangin’ the Bizkit Podcast – August 2025
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