sentences:  The upstart league presented opportunities not only for high-profile NHL stars, but minor league and players outside North America as well.Signing with the Houston franchise, Lund has said that he went from earning $22,000 in the minors to $150,000 in the WHA.While never playing in the NHL, Lund had a significant career in the WHA as he won the League Championship Avco Cup twice and finishing at #12 all-time in points.