Why the New York Islanders bought 50000 of lottery

Mega Millions became a topic of conversation once again this week, when the lottery went Ed Reed Jersey up to $1.28 billion. It was won on Saturday by an anonymous Illinois purchaser, but it wasn't for lack of effort by the Islanders.The team, owned by the New York Islanders Hockey Group, purchased $50,000 worth of Mega Millions tickets in honor of the team's 50th Iman Marshall Jersey anniversary.In a statement, co-owner Jon Ledecky announced why the Islanders made the purchase:As we prepare for our historic 50th anniversary season, we want to show our appreciation for our Islanders season ticket members and staff and give them a chance to participate in this ma sive Mega Millions drawing. Revenue from lottery tickets is dedicated to education in New York state, so no matter what happens in todays historic drawing, important Marlon Humphrey Jersey funds have been generated for education in the state, which supports our fan base and their families.MORE: In total, the $50,000 were worth 25,000 tickets. While they ultimately didn't cash, it was a nice thought from ownership.The Islanders, who were founded in 1972, are entering this season after a disappointing 2021 saw them mi s the playoffs for the first time in four Jaleel Scott Jersey years. They had improved upon their previous finish the past three seasons running, ending in a Stanley Cup lo s in the 2020-21 season, where they took the Lightning to seven games.Perhaps the Islanders can look into doing Seth Roberts Jersey this again when the Mega Millions jackpot is back up to $1 billion. It coinciding with the team's 50th anniversary was certainly a nice bit of serendipity, and the hope was fun for the short time it lasted.