Fetisov is a hypocrite

To be precise, there is absolutely no evidence that there is an effort to enact a particular law or regulation (either federal or league-based) by Fetisov or anyone else. Fetisov was discussing an idea with a reporter. So immediately you begin with an incorrect assumption, based most likely on some shoddy English-language reporting by agencies like the Associated Press.

AP, and other English-language agencies, have incorrectly reported that Fetisov is pushing for a Federal regulation, which he isn't.

Another opinion bandied about is that of Fetisov as a hypocrite. However even if Fetisov was pushing for a KHL-wide rule that would prohibit its players from leaving at an age of 27 or 28, this approach would not necessarily contradict Fetisov's position in the 1980s.

Watch the documentary for example. It lays out several things very clearly: a) Fetisov loved Tarasov, b) he was happy playing in the Soviet system for some time, c) Fetisov could not stand Tikhonov, who was a tyrant, d) Fetisov had extremely mixed feelings about the NHL style of game, and American culture in general (pay attention to his wife's comments too).

What we learn in the documentary is much more complex and less clearcut than what might be assumed about Fetisov. We learn that Fetisov does favor the Soviet Union's communal style to some extent and criticizes the NHL for its individualism. He also criticizes contemporary Russian NHLers for their individualism. We learn that Fetisov has contempt for the late-Soviet, Tikhonov-era communalism, but nevertheless holds great affection for the Tarasov-style communalism.

Did Fetisov fight for the right to play in the NHL? Yes. Does that mean he fought for an unconstrained free agency and exodus of every young Russian hockey player to America? No. What we learn is that Fetisov could not stand Tikhonov's system and that he felt that he paid his dues at home, which earned him the right to play abroad. I do not see how his present-day view makes him a hypocrite. Your reading is simplistic and unfortunately all too ubiquitous right now.

Also a big time thief, like many politicians of the New Russia.

I understand what he tries to accomplish. the european countries in general develop a lot of talent for the nhl but get peanuts in return. the youth leaves early to get drafted ending up in the ahl where many get disillusioned & lose interest in hockey. instead, they could b playn home & keep developing. consequently, the euro leagues have harder time to stay competitive, draw audience, which brings existential problems. that's exactly why the khl was conceived, not only as an alternative but also to 'protect' their own talent. 28 is quite harsh but 22-24 would b ok with me