Ivan Demidov makes a surprise announcement for Hughes and the rest of the league
The young forward Ivan Demidov, the second-best player available in the 2024 draft, has just made a wonderful surprise announcement.
Unlike Matvei Michkov last year, there is absolutely no doubt for him. He wants to play in the National Hockey League as soon as possible, and there are absolutely no concerns about his contract.
In fact, to prove his intentions, Demidov is currently continuing his rehabilitation in North America!
Ivan Demidov eliminates all fears for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens
Clearly, this young forward will be a home run at the 2024 draft. He has just announced his intentions:
Demidov even refused very interesting contract extensions in his homeland, to ensure he could play in the National Hockey League as soon as possible.
We are far from the Matvei Michkov case, except for the fact that both young men are extremely unique and talented on the ice.
The SKA does not seem willing to make efforts to develop a player who wants to go to North America, so Ivan Demidov has every reason to want to come here as soon as possible.
It looks like the SKA has given up on keeping him there longer than necessary.
Also note that, unlike Matvei Michkov, the Montreal Canadiens management will be able to meet Ivan Demidov before the draft.
His agent announced a private evaluation camp and meetings available for NHL teams from June 18 to 23.
Bet that Kent Hughes, Jeff Gorton, and company will be there!
The doors are wide open anyway.
If Demidov ever slips to the 5th overall pick for the Montreal Canadiens, it could be such a home run.
We look forward to seeing what happens next for the young Demidov, but he seems to have the right attitude.
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