Why Everyone Will Fear Ivan Demidov This Season
Nineteen years old. Just let that number echo for a moment. Most nineteen-year-olds are still trying to figure out their place in the world—school, jobs, maybe a shot at junior hockey. But Ivan Demidov? He’s already bending professional leagues to his will. From destroying Russian junior records to claiming KHL Rookie of the Year, and now arriving in Montreal to score in his very first NHL game, his rise has been nothing short of meteoric.
But then, it’s not just about the numbers. His speed already registers among the NHL’s elite. His shot power clocks in at the 99th percentile. He’s already breaking franchise records in his very first playoff appearance. Therefore, whispers around the league have turned into roars: Ivan Demidov isn’t just another talented rookie—he’s the kind of player who forces entire defensive systems to change.
Over the next few minutes, we’ll trace his path from Russia’s frozen rinks to Bell Centre stardom. We’ll unpack the stats, the awards, the jaw-dropping metrics, and even the lineup controversies that prove why every NHL opponent should already be nervous. And stay locked until the end—because the full truth of why everyone will fear Ivan Demidov isn’t obvious until you put all the pieces together.
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0:54 plays like these are why he will one day play as a center. Game sense off the charts, always attacking the middle, always moving off the puck.
Long live Demi God!
I love the habs but he will only be a 90 point man we just don't give our stars enough ice time like cole only gets a lousy 18 mins a game demidov will get the same you don't get 100pts play ing 18 mins a game our 1st ppl line 1 min they have 2 come off while other stars play the full 2mins..it's like Tampa Bay every tv time out the 1st line gos out
Gf got me his jersey back in may… cannot wait for the season to wear it proudly!!!
Merci celine I love ❤️ u 😆 🤣 😂
I am so scared. Help me daddy
I respect somebody calling this out before the season. Because they will be piling in the band wagon like no other. If he does what we're expecting. Love this kid. Go Habs Go. He's Kaprisov 2.0 with maybe even a little more artistic flare. 93🚀
I, like many Habs fans, listen to multiple Habs shows daily, some of which have insiders on the show. I have never heard anyone say that they are thinking about making Demidov a center. You are making that part up. They are already working on developing a center (Michael Hage) and may work a trade…Also, it is pronounced "ee-vohn."
Nobody is talking about making him play at center that's nonsense.
This video is great Hay-eye
Too much hype as always
3:00 he was benched most of the time, u turd
I’m still mad that the Blackhawks didn’t draft him.
The Blackhawks were going to get Demidov to play with Bedard. Can you imagine that? Levshunov is a good player but you don't pass on a player like Demidov.
I believe Demidov will crack 100 pts in his rookie season, he's just that good
Could be a good one. Excited to see
This amount of glazing is out of this world. I hope he becomes as good as market
He would have had a much better KHL season without all the politics and low usage. Being benched for full periods. Etc. No wonder Rotenberg got fired.
My prediction for Demidov this upcoming season is 20 goals and 50 assists, winning the Calder trophy.
Demi God! 🔥🔥
😂😂 just wait until he gets hit by Joshua, Roy , and Pezzetta.
did you actually just fucking say, "Demidov's name is being whispered among Calder favourites.. and he hasn't even played a full NHL season yet," with your full chest…?
He will drive play as a winger
2:42 but not in Quebec!!!
Nice video ! 🎉
Demidov will reinvigorate Dach's and Laine's career. just watch.
Ps3/Ps4 gamer here, never played any Halo game whatsoever, man, i definitely missed out! Enjoyed this video!
"some are whispering about him already being a calder favorite and he hasn't even played a full season yet. ……..uhhh
About the KHL stats. Demidov didnt play a lot of minutes per game.
The next Fedorov