From what I've heard so far, KHL players enjoy a divine status with both the team owners and fans. Unbelievably expensive gifts like Range Rovers for the entire team (real thing, actually) are not uncommon for a series or a season well played. This is not USSR anymore, and Tikhonov-style coaching is no longer a reality in Russian hockey. Time will tell, I guess. I'd be very surprised if Keenan lasts long over there.
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