It's not so hot if you have a stable relationship, nvm kids, and are having to pick up and move every season, if not during the season. The exotic nature of the places you live in gets old quickly, as a lot of times all you want is to get home, sleep, eat, and get ready for the next game.
Hey, he's not up on a roof in mid winter or anything, but being a gypsy isn't for everyone. I've known the odd bottom of the lineup ECHL guys, and every season it's a new team. You have to have a really understanding gf, or boss( these guys usually have to have an off season gig), flexible living arrangements.