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Canadiens Sign Young Star Demidov for Bright Future

4/8/2025

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Canadiens Sign Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens have secured a promising future by signing 19-year-old forward Ivan Demidov to a three-year entry-level contract after his departure from SKA Saint Petersburg. The fifth overall pick in the 2024 draft, Demidov dazzled with 49 points in 65 games, igniting hopes for a playoff push.

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Kuznetsov Eyes NHL

Evgeny Kuznetsov has parted ways with SKA Saint Petersburg after Ivan Demidov's move to the Montreal Canadiens. The 32-year-old forward, who tallied 40 points in 45 games this season, is eyeing an NHL contract for the playoffs. His previous mentorship of Demidov fuels excitement about a possible reunion in Montreal.

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Canadiens Sign Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens have secured a promising future by signing 19-year-old forward Ivan Demidov to a three-year entry-level contract after his departure from SKA Saint Petersburg. The fifth overall pick in the 2024 draft, Demidov dazzled with 49 points in 65 games, igniting hopes for a playoff push.

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