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Ivan Demidov Refuses SKA Contract Extension, Leading to Benchings and Reduced Playing Time

Ivan Demidov Refuses SKA Contract Extension, Leading to Benchings and Reduced Playing Time

Journalist Nicolas Cloutier from TVA Sports has just broken major news involving the young Montreal Canadiens forward, Ivan Demidov. He's a name to watch, and once again, he's done a superb job uncovering a significant piece of information.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / October 16
Jeff Gorton Issues Big Statement on Ivan Demidov's Arrival with the Canadiens

Jeff Gorton Issues Big Statement on Ivan Demidov's Arrival with the Canadiens

You're likely aware that Demidov's usage in the KHL has been a hot topic since the start of the season, as he's barely playing (less than 4 minutes per game) despite performing very well when he's on the ice.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / October 15
Habs Prospect Report: Ivan Demidov Scores Beautiful Goal

Habs Prospect Report: Ivan Demidov Scores Beautiful Goal

Montreal Canadiens prospect Ivan Demidov possesses an impressive skill set, but it’s only fair to say his opportunities to prove his worth have been limited this season with SKA Saint-Petersburg.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / October 12
Canadiens make a mysterious post involving a briefcase, fans get excited about Ivan Demidov

Canadiens make a mysterious post involving a briefcase, fans get excited about Ivan Demidov

We just received another piece of evidence, in the last few minutes, that Montreal Canadiens fans are really eager to see Ivan Demidov. The organization

NHL News / Montreal Hockey Now / October 7
Habs Prospect Report: Hage Dominant, Demidov Decreasing TOI

Habs Prospect Report: Hage Dominant, Demidov Decreasing TOI

Most of the attention following the 2024 NHL Entry Draft focused on the Canadiens prospect who was picked fifth overall, rather than Michael Hage, who ended up joining the Canadiens with the 21st overall pick.

Montreal Canadiens News / Hockey Unplugged / October 5
Ivan Demidov's poor treatment in Russia has Habs fans desperate to go rescue him

Ivan Demidov's poor treatment in Russia has Habs fans desperate to go rescue him

Ivan Demidov was the fifth overall pick for the Montreal Canadiens in the most recent NHL Entry Draft and he is believed to be one of the most talented players in the 2024 pool.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 5
Ivan Demidov is no longer on the 4th line: instead, he’ll be SKA’s 13th forward today.

Ivan Demidov is no longer on the 4th line: instead, he’ll be SKA’s 13th forward today.

Since the start of the KHL season, everything surrounding the Montreal Canadiens’ top prospect, Ivan Demidov, has been closely monitored. We analyze his performances, his good moves, his not-so-good moves, but above all the decisions made by his coach regarding his ice time.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 3
Ivan Demidov: 4:07 of playing time today

Ivan Demidov: 4:07 of playing time today

We’ve been covering Ivan Demidov’s games since the start of his KHL season. And lately, it’s been more difficult, mainly because the player doesn’t seem to be in his coach’s good graces.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / October 1
Ivan Demidov to directly replace Patrik Laine in the lineup? Bob Hartley weighs in on the situation

Ivan Demidov to directly replace Patrik Laine in the lineup? Bob Hartley weighs in on the situation

The names Joshua Roy, Alex Barré-Boulet, Josh Anderson, Joel Armia, and Oliver Kapanen have been mentioned, but let's admit it: the most attractive solution clearly lies in the KHL.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 1
Ivan Demidov is not an option to replace Patrik Laine

Ivan Demidov is not an option to replace Patrik Laine

The knees of Canadiens players are really changing the club’s game. From Carey Price and Kirby Dach to Patrik Laine and David Reinbacher, let’s just say it’s been a scourge for the past few years.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 29
Only 7:32 of playing time for Demidov today (and one assist)

Only 7:32 of playing time for Demidov today (and one assist)

There’s a lot of frustration and disappointment among Montreal Canadiens fans right now. It’s only natural. That said, I don’t want to be the one to bring more bad news… But let’s just say that Ivan Demidov’s playing time today in the KHL won’t please Habs fans.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / September 27
Canadiens Prospect Report: Ivan Demidov Finds Scoring Rhythm

Canadiens Prospect Report: Ivan Demidov Finds Scoring Rhythm

Top Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov faced a significant challenge this year as he made the jump from the MHL directly to the KHL. In North American terms, that would be the equivalent of going directly from the CHL into the NHL.

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