Ivan Demidov is a top prospect for the NHL draft. According to reports, the Canadiens are highly interested in him.
Kent Hughes and his assistants will take the stage in Las Vegas for the organization's first pick at 5th overall.
The Russian is a targeted prospect for the Canadiens, according to the information. The Tricolor is crossing their fingers that he will still be available at the 5th pick.
Good news regarding his draft profile. According to a scout consulted by The Athletic, Ivan Demidov would be much taller than people think.
The forward wouldn't measure 5 feet 10 inches as previously suggested. Demidov would be an athlete over 6 feet tall. Exactly 184 centimeters. That's taller than the undisputed first pick Macklin Celebrini.
So, Ivan Demidov can't really be categorized as a small player as has been suggested recently.
