(#380) What does the NLRB ruling for Dartmouth men's basketball mean for college hockey?

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Last week, the National Labor Relations Board's regional office in Boston ruled that Dartmouth men's basketball players were university employees and, therefore, eligible to unionize.

It's a case that could have obvious repercussions throughout college sports, including college hockey.

In this issue, I explain exactly what's happening and what parts of this ruling could specifically affect college hockey.

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