tapi
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- Oct 25, 2009
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So,
We know it is the ambition of the KHL to rival the NHL for the best league in the world. The main figures behind the KHL are members of the Russian political elite.
As it stands there is a trend in Russia towards preventing Russian players from entering the NHL. As the conflict with the West deepens, it seems highly possible that the Russian regime could apply a full ban for Russian citizens to play in the NHL or even travel to the NA/Europe. Since many Russian players are highly patriotic and hold their family ties in great value, most of them would likely settle for playing in Russia instead of trying to defect.
Should such a situation arise, would the KHL be anywhere close to the NHL in terms of talent?
We know it is the ambition of the KHL to rival the NHL for the best league in the world. The main figures behind the KHL are members of the Russian political elite.
As it stands there is a trend in Russia towards preventing Russian players from entering the NHL. As the conflict with the West deepens, it seems highly possible that the Russian regime could apply a full ban for Russian citizens to play in the NHL or even travel to the NA/Europe. Since many Russian players are highly patriotic and hold their family ties in great value, most of them would likely settle for playing in Russia instead of trying to defect.
Should such a situation arise, would the KHL be anywhere close to the NHL in terms of talent?
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