Important statement on Ivan Demidov from the Habs: it says a lot about him
Since Ivan Demidov was selected by Céline Dion and the Canadiens with the 5th pick in the last draft, we've been getting to know and love the young man.
We've seen videos of him and his partner, heard him speak, and the organization has spoken highly of him. He seems like a great fit, but how dedicated is he to his sport?
Ivan Demidov is a dedicated player
According to a longtime NHL scout specializing in Russian prospects, Demidov stands out in a class of his own.
What do you know about him off the ice and his work ethic?
"What impresses me about him is his personality. He's a great guy; everyone loves him. In the locker room, he's a true leader, He's a guy who wants to do everything to get success in hockey.
His daily routine is like this : He comes to the rink and has a two-hour warmup, practices, then stays on the rink, maybe sleeps a bit, and then an hour in the gym. If they give it to him, he'll spend additional time on the ice or he will go off ice and go to the shooting room. He's very dedicated."
We know how talented Demidov is, but he's not the type of player to rest on his laurels and stop working. He's a hard worker, a true one.
Look at the best in the world, like Sidney Crosby. He's a training machine. He never stops practicing and training, and it shows on the ice, even today, despite being at the end of his career.
The Canadiens did their homework before selecting Demidov. He fits perfectly into the team's philosophy and will join the many other young players who are there to win together.
| POLL | ||
Do you think Ivan Demidov will become a star in the NHL and with the Canadiens? | ||
| Yes | 237 | 94.8 % |
| No | 13 | 5.2 % |
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