Last year, the Canadian had pick #5 in the draft. We suspected that it was a pivotal choice since, in order or disorder, we knew quite a bit who was going to be chosen in the top-4.
But this year, the pivot is much earlier. In fact, it belongs to the Chicago Blackhawks with the second overall pick.
Ivan Demidov could be chosen, but it is very possible to think that Luke Richardson’s club will go for a defender. Reminder: even if we talk a lot about attackers in view of the draft because that’s what CH wants, there are good defenders in sight too.
If Demidov isn’t picked by the Blackhawks, it’s fair to wonder how low he’ll drop. After all, the Ducks have needs on defense… but they still might not let Demidov pass.
What about the Blue Jackets? The choice of CEO of the club could change the situation.
All this to say that yes, the Canadian has a chance of drafting a Demidov with his fifth pick overall. I’m not saying it’s likely, but it’s a possibility.
If defenseman Sam Dickenson were to have a big Memorial Cup tournament, to raise his stock a little, that would help the CH…
All this to say that we saw simulated drafts where Demidov fell into the hands of the Canadian. The question is whether NHL recruiters believe in this possibility.
Éric Leblanc (RDS) asked recruiters the question and wrote a text about it. And if some scouts believe it, others don’t necessarily believe it.
However, it would be surprising if three attackers were drafted in the top four. What this means is that we can assume that Cayden Lindstrom will be there if Ivan Demidov is gone.
What if it doesn’t? The idea of trading the pick is on the table.
A lot of
– Normally, these transactions are done on the draft floor. But obviously, the Islanders want to add a choice.
– Will Roope Hintz play tonight?
– To be continued.
– Possibly, yes.
– Will he be right?
