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The KHL Playoff Guide

The KHL Playoff Guide

Who's in, who's hot—and why you should be watching all of the excitement.

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Gillian Kemmerer
Mar 20, 2021
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The Gagarin Cup is perhaps the best-guarded trophy in all of sports.

I have received a few requests to discuss the KHL playoffs—conference matchups, players to watch and some general context on the rivalries. If you are new to (modern) Russian hockey or are not a traditional fan of the league, I hope you will find this background interesting and helpful.

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