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The Habs have long been interested in Ivan Demidov

Originally posted on Dose.ca | Last updated 5/8/24

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk in Montreal about Ivan Demidov.

He’s seen by many as a logical top-three pick in the upcoming draft…

But as my colleague Charles-Alexis Brisebois explained earlier today, there’s a good chance the Russian could slip to No. 5, the Montreal Canadiens’ selection.

It’s worth mentioning because the Habs like Ivan Demidov.

We’ve heard it a few times in recent days…

And Arpon Basu returned to the baton today on BPM Sports, saying that the Habs have been interested in the young man for “a long time” :

Arpon Basu believes that if the Blackhawks opt for a defenseman, Ivan Demidov could slide. He discussed it with Georges and Gonzo https://t.co/2WjanhUZeu #GeorgesLaraque #IvanDemidov #Canadiens #Habs #NHLDraft #LNH #nhldraftlottery pic.twitter.com/OABsaCSafj

– BPM Sports (@BPMSportsRadio) May 8, 2024

This lunchtime on TSN 690, Mitch Gallo and Sean Campbell questioned whether the Habs should move up to No. 2 to select Ivan Demidov.

My point is this: if Kent Hughes and his assistants are afraid of losing him, they should go all out to get him.

But Hughes has everything he needs to make such a deal, if he really wants to get Demidov in the draft.

Kent Hughes’ main idea is to add natural talent to his roster, and Demidov is exactly what he can bring to a National League team.

The GM must follow his plan at the end of the day.

If adding a guy like Ivan Demidov can help the team in the long term… then go.

Because the Habs won’t have the opportunity to select in the top-10 forever. It’s the perfect time to hit a home run… no matter what the price.

Breaking news

– Can’t wait to see it.

Green ready to push Sens: ‘Any winning team has accountability’ https://t.co/LB1EvQ6o8S

– theScore NHL (@theScoreNHL) May 8, 2024

– Absolutely.

Mason Lohrei is getting better and better each playoff game.

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– Spittin’ Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) May 8, 2024

– Of note:

QMJHL: the Remparts will acquire a 20-year-old defenseman at the next draft.

Credit to La Nouvelle Union who first broke the news.https://t.co/4niozT5K36

– Kevin Dubé (@KDubeJDQ) May 8, 2024

– Nice .