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Montreal Canadiens prospect development
Overview
The Montreal Canadiens are managing prospect development and contract considerations ahead of the upcoming season. Early reports focused on potential contract scenarios for Zachary Bolduc, with General Manager Kent Hughes weighing a four-year, $16 million deal against a more conservative three-year, $11.5 million agreement depending on Bolduc’s offensive consistency.
As the preseason approaches, attention has shifted toward forward Ivan Demidov. Following a 62-point rookie season that saw him as a Calder Trophy runner-up, Demidov is expected to take on a significant role. Analysts suggest he may earn minutes on the team’s top line alongside Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Juraj Slafkovský. Demidov has reportedly improved his skating speed over the summer and is working closely with teammate Lane Hutson.
Entities
Ivan Demidov · Montreal Canadiens · Kent Hughes · Lane Hutson · Martin St-Louis
Timeline
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7 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesIvan Demidov poised for significant role with Montreal CanadiensMontreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is expected to see increased playing time and high scoring production in his second NHL season following a strong rookie campaign.
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10 days ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesMontreal Canadiens prospects and contract newsMontreal Canadiens players and prospects, including Zachary Bolduc and Ivan Demidov, were recently seen at the LASSO festival, while Bolduc's upcoming contract negotiations remain a key focus.
Sources
dose.ca · heavy.com · sportsnaut.com · thehockeywriters.com