Key Details Finally Revealed from the Meeting Between Habs Management and Demidov's SKA Coach
The general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, Kent Hughes, was recently called to an important meeting. This has gone relatively unnoticed due to the Christmas break, but we were still waiting for details regarding this meeting between the Canadiens' management and Roman Rotenberg (SKA).
There were supposed to be negotiations regarding young Ivan Demidov. Rotenberg shared his version of events and a summary of the meeting..
But we are still waiting for Kent Hughes' side of the story.
A meeting that continues to spark discussion for Kent Hughes
This is a file we will closely monitor for you. However, let's recall that before the Christmas break, Hughes was called to an important meeting overseas.
This was reportedly an extremely important meeting for the future of Ivan Demidov, and we eagerly await impressions from the Montreal Canadiens' management.
We're always happy to welcome our guests! Furthermore, they embarked on a long and challenging journey to visit the SKA Arena and talk in person. I have a lot of respect for their highly professional approach.
Montreal is the oldest and most successful NHL club in history, and their stadium was previously the world's largest ice hockey venue before the SKA Arena opened. When I visited Montreal, I appreciated the brilliant atmosphere and the fantastic fans.
The city truly lives for hockey and the team. The opinion of the leaders of such an historic and large organisation is incredibly valuable to us. It's pleasing that both Hughes and Lecavalier were pleasantly surprised by the SKA Arena, namely its scale, capacity, comfort and the wonderful atmosphere which is created by our supporters.
Today we discussed the development of young players, the club's infrastructure and possible cooperation in the field of youth ice hockey, while also walking around the SKA Arena again and visiting the areas under the rink, the dressing room, the medical centre, the gym, the hotel, the training arena and other spaces.
We engaged in interesting and useful conversations, our opinions coincide on many issues. The most important thing is that we have a common view with regard to the importance of our country's return to the international arena, because hockey is unthinkable without matches between Russia and Canada.
Earlier on in the summer, we had held a productive conversation via video link. It's vital to maintain international ties, follow trends and exchange experiences, as this is the only way in which we can achieve progress.
- SKA coach Roman Rotenberg
Let's remember that, under normal circumstances, unless there's a major twist, Demidov should be coming here next fall and is expected to play in the National Hockey League as early as next season.
Ivan Demidov, 19 years old, is a forward standing 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 167 pounds.
He was the 5th overall pick by the Montreal Canadiens in 2024 (1st round) and has an excellent 24 points in 37 games this season, including 9 goals, despite extremely limited ice time (plus/minus +18).
This player is going to be something special!
We'll keep a close eye on him for you!
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