Nick Bobrov of the Montreal Canadiens confirms that Kent Hughes hit a major home run

While the acquisition of Patrik Laine and recent signings have garnered attention, it all really began at the 2024 draft in Las Vegas.

In a video released by the team, internal discussions reveal that Hughes was ready to trade the 5th overall pick, but only to acquire Ivan Demidov.

Nick Bobrov, the co-director of scouting, expressed his enthusiasm for Demidov, describing his skills as exceptional.

Other members of the scouting team share this view, asserting that Demidov is an elite talent.

Although his name is not explicitly mentioned, it's clear that Demidov made a strong impression.

This video, which promises to be captivating, should soon be fully released, offering more insights into the behind-the-scenes of this draft.

Source: Canadiens de Montréal
Inside the Canadiens draft meetings | Behind-the-scenes at the 2024 NHL Draft

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« Le Canadien de Montréal pourrait frapper un vrai coup de circuit » - Nick Bobrov dans l'extrait