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Chris Kreider is officially a member of the Montreal Canadiens. It still feels a little strange to write that, but we'll get used to it. Because yes, even though he hasn't been a fan favorite for the past 12 years, this signing couldn't be better.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Canadiens’ Young Core Is Showing the Maple Leafs What They Got Wrong

There’s an easy way to read a recent Montreal Canadiens story. Their young stars are taking less money because they want to win. The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ young stars took more money because they wanted to get paid.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

NHL Rumors: Hellebuyck Update, Guathier AAV, Demidov Deal Reality

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Ivan Demidov’s agent has revealed that the Montreal Canadiens star willingly left money on the table to help the team build around him.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / September 7

Canadiens’ Demidov Knew What He Was Doing with Unexpected Deal

In a time when some players are grabbing as much of their piece of the pie as they can, Ivan Demidov‘s agent, Dan Milstein, says his client wanted his eight-year deal done quickly and to leave money on the table so that the Montreal Canadiens could sign other players.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 6

Ivan Demidov’s agent wanted a different contract for his client

The Montreal Canadiens, as we know, have their core players signed to long-term contracts at reasonable prices. Ivan Demidov is the most recent core player to extend his contract, to $9.15 million per season for eight years.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / September 5

NHL talent evaluator makes bold projection for Canadiens' Ivan Demidov

At this time last year, Ivan Demidov was still a question mark for the Montreal Canadiens. There is no question that the talent was there, but entering his first full season in the NHL, it was tough to know how quickly he might make an impact.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / September 2

Ivan Demidov Has a Big Future. Now Comes the Hard Part

Ivan Demidov has been getting a lot of attention in Montreal since the day the Canadiens drafted him. That isn't going away anytime soon. Now Kris Letang has thrown a little more gasoline on the fire, suggesting that if everything goes right, Demidov could be close to a top-five player in the league within three years.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens News / Trade Talk Sports / September 1

Kris Letang Has Sky-High Expectations for Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov

Ivan Demidov has had Montreal Canadiens fans buzzing from the moment he was drafted, and through his first 84 career games, he hasn’t let them down. The Russian winger was the runner-up to Matthew Schaefer for the Calder Trophy last season and flashed glimpses of greatness during Montreal’s run to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 28

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Ivan Demidov

As we get into the dog days of summer and until training camp, thesickpodcast.com will profile Montreal Canadiens players based on their expected role for the 2026-27 NHL season.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Caandiens’ Demidov Primed to Break Out in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens have spent nearly two decades searching for a dynamic game-changing forward. For years, the narrative in Montreal revolved around structure, low-event efficiency, and waiting for dynamic magic that rarely materialized.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Canadiens’ Demidov Primed to Break Out in 2026-27

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 26

Ivan Demidov is already inspiring the next generation of NHL prospects

Ivan Demidov is truly a rare gem on the Montreal Canadiens. He's brimming with talent and is already making headlines thanks to his moves and vision. There aren't many players like him… Nikita Kucherov comes to mind, but other than that, the list is very short.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 23

Zachary Bolduc is set to play alongside Ivan Demidov

Last season, Zachary Bolduc's debut with the Montreal Canadiens got a lot of fans excited, not only because he's a young Quebec native, but also because he has a lot of offensive talent.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

Five 'Hot Takes' Ahead of the Canadiens’ 2026–2027 Season

Are you looking forward to the start of the Montreal Canadiens' season? I imagine the answer is yes. It's already been several months since the team's 2025–26 season ended… and it's time for it to start again.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 20

First trio: 'It’s pretty certain that Ivan Demidov will get his chance this season.'

Many people in town are eager to see what Ivan Demidov will be able to accomplish this season. The young Russian, who will be starting his second full season with the Habs, showed flashes of great talent in 2025–26.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 18

How Canadiens’ Demidov Can Avoid a Sophomore Slump in 2026-27

When Montreal Canadiens fans saw their team’s Stanley Cup playoff journey come to an end in the Eastern Conference Final last season, the loss probably wasn’t the only thing that was bothering them.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 2

Five best signings from first day of 2026 NHL free agency

Free agency always carries its share of risks, but this year looked especially bad given the significant increase in the league's salary cap, combined the lack of potential impact talent that was available.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canadiens sign Ivan Demidov to eight-year contract extension

The Montreal Canadiens have reportedly agreed to terms on an eight-year contract extension with forward Ivan Demidov. Demidov’s agent, Dan Milstein, was the first to share the news of the signing on Wednesday morning.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 10

Rule Change Creates Urgency in Negotiations Between Canadiens and Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens and Ivan Demidov may not need months to hammer out a long-term deal — and a looming NHL rule change is a big reason why. While Lane Hutson’s eight-year, $8.85 million AAV contract came together because the Canadiens and GM Kent Hughes were prepared to wait, Montreal doesn’t really have that luxury with Demidov.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 4

Extension Close as Canadiens and Demidov Get Ahead of NHL Contract Rule Change

Expect a long-term deal between the Montreal Canadiens and Ivan Demidov to get finalized and officially announced almost immediately as the calendar turns from June to July.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Canadiens, Ivan Demidov Have Mutual Interest In Long-Term Extension

Thanks to some shrewd extensions signed by the front office, the Montreal Canadiens arguably have the healthiest-looking long-term salary cap outlook. They’re expected to use some of that long-term space this summer in the form of a contract extension for Ivan Demidov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Trade Talk Sports / June 1

Canadiens, Ivan Demidov Have Mutual Interest in Long-Term Extension

The Montreal Canadiens and their fans are still getting over the disappointment of being eliminated in five games by the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals, though everyone is now starting to turn the page toward what’s to come.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 21

Hurricanes' ECF struggles continue in Game 1 loss

Winners, losers from Thursday's NHL playoffs: Hurricanes' ECF struggles continue

The NHL's Eastern Conference Finals began on Thursday night, and it was a wildly impressive win by the Montreal Canadiens as they dominated the Carolina Hurricanes, 6-2, to take a 1-0 series lead.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 14

Welcome to the Ivan Demidov show, Montreal Canadiens fans

BUFFALO – Heading into Game 5, 11 players at least one goal for the Montreal Canadiens. Jake Evans made it 12 early in the second. Ivan Demidov, though?