When he was selected by the Montreal Canadiens 5th overall in the last draft, Ivan Demidov looked like a kid so happy.
A little guy who finally achieved his childhood dream.
He finds it difficult to have the absolute trust of his coach, Roman Rotenberg, even if he produces a lot for an 18-year-old.
Recently, SKA St. Petersburg published a press conference with Rotenberg, Demidov and another teammate.
And honestly, Demidov really doesn’t look happy. At least, not like he was in the draft.
It’s normal to experience pressure as an 18-year-old player in the KHL, drafted 5th overall.
But listening to the press conference with English subtitles, we really feel a fear on the part of the hope of the Habs.
Additionally, after saying that Demidov is young and talented, he didn’t hesitate to say that he needs to work on some stuff and that he just wants the best for his team.
“He is young and talented, but there is work to be done. I also try to improve my work every day and give more to the team than other coaches can give. » – Roman Rotenberg
Rotenberg is also seen looking at Demidov while waiting for the latter’s approval after saying that the competitive spirit is present and that you have to be competitive to win.
It seems that Rotenberg wants to point out a lack of competitiveness, of combativeness in Demidov.
With the few extracts from SKA matches, it’s difficult to get a good overall idea of the player with small details like competitiveness.
The fact remains that the statistics are there and that CH’s hope dominates when he plays and the team wins when he produces.
One plus one makes two, right?
If Demidov gets reasonable playing time, he produces and his team’s record is much better when he gets on the scoresheet.
Lack of consistency in its use can prepare him for the worst, but above all it can affect his confidence.
In burst
– Recently, we were talking about the (very) poor efficiency of the Leafs in the power play. Now they have five goals in two games.
– Jacob Fowler stood out in the game against the University of Maine.
– The captain of the Red Wings continues his good momentum.
– The Raptors will be very happy to find Immanuel Quickley.
