Ivan Demidov will meet the expectations of Montreal fans since he will bring a dose of raw talent during the 2025-26 campaign. On the canvas, he was the one we stuck to choice number 5 of blue-white-red and that’s how the scenario took shape, like a fairy tale.
We are talking here about the possibility of seeing a generational talent blossom, nothing less. Yes yes! Sainte-Flanelle has just added a high-level prospect who would undoubtedly have received more love if he had played in the CHL, for example.
This is what Demidov’s agent, Dan Milstein, told Anthony Martineau:
“If Ivan was playing in the CHL right now and he had the same exposure as every other prospect in North America, he would be seen as the logical first overall pick. And I’m definitely not afraid to say that.” – Milstein
Yes, it comes from the mouth of said player’s agent, but the fact remains that Milstein is not completely in left field. During the last year, I observed the two exceptional ones and, sometimes, I had difficulty deciding which one was the real one. deal.
That said, like a very mature young man, Demidov finds that he already looks great in a Montreal Canadiens jersey, where one of his idols, Alex Kovalev, once played.
On the other hand, Demidov’s number one idol when he was growing up was the great (and late) Kobe Bryant. One can understand the reasons behind Demidov’s fighting spirit, who plays non-stop without any half measures.
In closing, let us emphasize the great wisdom and maturity of this 18-year-old young man! He showed a lot of humility when asked about Macklin Celebrini:
