Ivan Demidov: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 27

Ivan Demidov on the first line: It’s time to start thinking about it

With 43 points (11 goals) in 52 games, Ivan Demidov is having a great rookie season. The young Canadiens player is demonstrating his potential and proving that he can become one of the NHL’s top players in the near future.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Canadiens acquiring Nazem Kadri makes no sense

Calgary Flames forward Nazem Kadri could obviously help the Montreal Canadiens, but at what cost? Literally? Amid reports the Habs have kicked tires with the Flames regarding the centre, it begs the question, would a trade for the 35-year-old be worth it?

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 24

'Ivan Demidov will be better than Connor Bedard and Leo Carlsson.'

The Montreal Canadiens will play their 52nd game of the season tonight, when they travel to Boston to take on the Bruins. At this stage of the season, every game is all the more important, especially in the Atlantic Division as it is tonight.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 21

Ivan Demidov Is Ahead Of Schedule In His Development

On Monday night, well-known hockey data guru Byron Bader tweeted a chart to show that Montreal Canadiens rookie Ivan Demidov is in fact 2 years ahead of schedule when it comes to developing into a similar player to Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Ivan Demidov Tracking to Be Even Better Than Kirill Kaprizov?

Even before he was drafted, Ivan Demidov drew comparisons to Kirill Kaprizov—both supremely talented Russian wingers with true superstar potential, Kaprizov obviously already having reached that level.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 20

Ivan Demidov’s progress is (approximately) 2 years ahead of Kirill Kaprizov’s

Tonight, the Canadiens welcome the Minnesota Wild to the Bell Centre. It should be a good game: both clubs are having good seasons and have players who can put on a show.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 17

Ice time among rookies: Ivan Demidov ranks only 29th

Ivan Demidov is a real gem of a hockey player. The Canadiens are very fortunate to have him on their team, and to see him develop little by little with each game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 15

Practice: Jacob Fowler tonight | Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov back on the first wave

This morning, the Canadiens practiced in Buffalo in preparation for tonight’s game against the Sabres. Naturally, there were a few questions about the lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 15

Ivan Demidov’s contract: 'The Canadiens don’t want to see anyone earning $10 million a year.'

In less than six months, Ivan Demidov will be able to sign a new contract. The Russian is in the second year of his three-year entry-level contract, so he’ll be able to sign a new pact as early as July 1.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 14

Demidov’s new contract: 'I think he’ll take less to stay in Montreal for a long time.'

As of July 1, Ivan Demidov will be eligible to sign a contract extension with the Canadiens. Will it happen on July 1… or will the Habs prefer to wait a while, as they did with Lane Hutson a few months ago?

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / January 7

Canadiens GM Pleased With Ivan Demidov's Early Success

Kent Hughes is extremely pleased with what he's seeing from Ivan Demidov. The Montreal Canadiens general manager spoke glowingly about the young Russian forward's performance during his first season in North America, highlighting how impressive his success has been given the circumstances.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 5

Ivan Demidov speaks French in a new commercial

Ivan Demidov has been associated with several companies since his arrival in North America. And it’s not over yet. The Canadiens’ young player appears in a new ad for GoPlex, a company that offers an indoor amusement center located in Brossard.

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 3

Will Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov Win the Calder Trophy?

Every Calder conversation eventually comes to the same question. Do you reward a rookie’s impact, or do you reward his circumstance? What about his ice time, usage, and opportunity?

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 2

Ivan Demidov is hot, but Matthew Schaefer stays Calder front-runner

Canadiens' Ivan Demidov stays hot, but Matthew Schaefer remains Calder front-runner

With the mid-season approaching, Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is maintaining chances of winning the Calder Trophy.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 2

NHL’s Calder Trophy Race Isn’t as Close as It Seems

In the eyes of some, the NHL’s Calder Trophy race is tighter than ever. As New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has started to slow down offensively, Montreal Canadiens winger Ivan Demidov has begun to take flight.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 2

Ivan Demidov went out to lunch with Andrei Svechnikov

Ivan Demidov is making more and more noise in the NHL. He’s currently the only NHL rookie with more than 30 points this season, and it’s clear he’s getting comfortable in the NHL.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 1

Ivan Demidov Named NHL Rookie Of The Month

The NHL announced on Thursday that Montreal Canadiens rookie forward Ivan Demidov has been named the league’s Rookie of the Month for December. Demidov had his best month in the NHL yet in December, as he recorded 4 goals and 10 assists for 14 points in 15 games, just narrowly falling short of a point-per-game pace.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / December 30

Canadiens Rookie Running Away With Calder Trophy

The Montreal Canadiens entered the season with one of the betting favorites to capture the Calder Trophy as the league's top rookie. 20-year-old forward Ivan Demidov made an impressive debut at the end of last season, and it only added excitement regarding the winger's NHL future.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 29

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky Finds New Gear to Game with Demidov

Without Juraj Slafkovsky, the Montreal Canadiens fail to earn a point against the Tampa Bay Lightning in their first game out of the Christmas break. It’s that simple, and, yet, there are definite layers to the (fairly strong) argument Slafkovsky was the game’s most valuable player, despite the eventual 5-4 shootout loss.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 5

Canadiens’ Power Play Thriving Since Ivan Demidov’s Promotion to Top Unit

The Montreal Canadiens’ power play, which struggled in recent seasons, has suddenly caught fire, and the timing is no coincidence. Since head coach Martin St.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Canadiens Rookie Ivan Demidov Making Early Waves

The start of the season has been a little like watching a new play unfold — some surprises, some expected moves, and a few moments that make you stop and say, “Wow.” For the Montreal Canadiens, some of those Wow moments belong to Ivan Demidov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

What is Ivan Demidov’s ceiling with the Canadiens as a rookie?

Ivan Demdiov is the odds-on favorite to win the Calder Trophy – but just how good can he be? The former KHL star joined the Montreal Canadiens for the team’s playoff run last year, making waves immediately.