Spending & Earning
‘Heated Rivalry’ Lures Sexy TV Show’s Fans to Ice Hockey Games
Online ticket resellers say clicks and sales have surged since the show started streaming.
Hudson Williams, left, and Connor Storrie in a scene from “Heated Rivalry.”
Photographer: Sabrina Lantos/Crave/AP PhotoThe racy romance between two hockey players in the TV show Heated Rivalry has captivated legions of fans. Now that adoring crowd is looking for some real-world thrills.
Ticket resellers say interest in National Hockey League games has surged thanks to the series, starring Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie. SeatGeek said its weekly hockey ticket sales jumped more than 20% after the show’s first episodes aired late last year, and revenue soared more than 30%.