Prospect Info: [2024 - 5th] Ivan Motherbleeping Demidov (RW), SKA St. Petersburg (MHL)

[dinodebino]

You guys viewed too many spy movies.

 

[Kennerback]

I'm sure they'd like to see for themselves how he's doing rather than take the word of their scouts. He's arguably the most valuable piece in the organization so they'd like to see an in-person viewing.

To counter this, why would they even go there in person if this trip is to bring Demidov to NA? Why not just buy his plane tickets or have others pick him up?

I think this is one of the rare case where you don't need in-person viewings to get a good idea of his current play. He's a superstar. He'd be amazing in the NHL right now. Why run any risks by travelling?

 

[Kennerback]

They have to bring the suitcase full of cash for SKA?

I'm not sure what the Flyers did but NHL rules seem to prohibit this. There might be workarounds I don't know. But for the right price SKA will let him go for sure. They'll be happy to take the cash.

 

[Boss Man Hughes]

I'm sure they'd like to see for themselves how he's doing rather than take the word of their scouts. He's arguably the most valuable piece in the organization so they'd like to see an in-person viewing.

To counter this, why would they even go there in person if this trip is to bring Demidov to NA? Why not just buy his plane tickets or have others pick him up?

Because they need to talk to him and find out what he wants to do.

 

[Kennerback]

You guys viewed too many spy movies.

 

[Whalers Fan]

You guys viewed too many spy movies.

My name is Fan... Whalers Fan.

 

[Sorinth]

I love the development of Rotenberg being Rotenberg and all the people who chose to character assassinate a certain young man for the same reasons looking like absolute fools.

We shouldn't assume any Russian has character issues based on how they are used/treated in the KHL. That said Michkov's treatment was clearly for a different reason the Demidov's because they had different contract situations, but it's the KHL they aren't limited to only 1 type of dumb petty reasons, so it's likely with Michkov to simply be a different dumb reason to not want to play the guy.

 

[Mrb1p]

Michkov bad guy Demidov good guy

Not sure why this is so hard for some fans to understand

Hage so strong for living out his dream despite losing his dad.
Michkov ? Meh.

We shouldn't assume any Russian has character issues based on how they are used/treated in the KHL. That said Michkov's treatment was clearly for a different reason the Demidov's because they had different contract situations, but it's the KHL they aren't limited to only 1 type of dumb petty reasons, so it's likely with Michkov to simply be a different dumb reason to not want to play the guy.

What do you mean the contract situation wasn't the same ? Michkov expressed he wanted to leave and be in the NHL and he made it in the NHL in the same time frame as Demidov is supposed to be in the NHL. It's exactly the same reason and I love how stupid most people look in here.

 

[RC51]

If all you want to do is talk to Demidov about the end of the season, you could do that over the phone or skype. The only reason to go to RUSSIA is to go face to face with the ska ok so HOW MUCH to let Demidov fly back with Gorton and Hughes right now. Humm 1 million or 2 or is Putin gets involved he might want 1-2 billion and 5 tons of Plutonium ready to go.

 

[Mrb1p]

If all you want to do is talk to Demidov about the end of the season, you could do that over the phone or skype. The only reason to go to RUSSIA is to go face to face with the ska ok so HOW MUCH to let Demidov fly back with Gorton and Hughes right now. Humm 1 million or 2 or is Putin gets involved he might want 1-2 billion and 5 tons of Plutonium ready to go.

Skype, lmao.

Showing your age.

 

[Sorinth]

What do you mean the contract situation wasn't the same ? Michkov expressed he wanted to leave and be in the NHL and he made it in the NHL in the same time frame as Demidov is supposed to be in the NHL. It's exactly the same reason and I love how stupid most people look in here.

Michkov's contract was for 4 seasons after the draft, Demidov's was for 1. They weren't in the same situation at all, SKA is trying to pressure Demidov into signing an extension, something they weren't doing with Michkov because Michkov was already signed for more years.

 

[Boss Man Hughes]

If all you want to do is talk to Demidov about the end of the season, you could do that over the phone or skype. The only reason to go to RUSSIA is to go face to face with the ska ok so HOW MUCH to let Demidov fly back with Gorton and Hughes right now. Humm 1 million or 2 or is Putin gets involved he might want 1-2 billion and 5 tons of Plutonium ready to go.

And any device Demidov has could be bugged. Better to have the discussion somewhere it can't be monitored.

 

[Mrb1p]

Michkov's contract was for 4 seasons after the draft, Demidov's was for 1. They weren't in the same situation at all, SKA is trying to pressure Demidov into signing an extension, something they weren't doing with Michkov because Michkov was already signed for more years.

SKA was trying to pressure Michkov in staying in the KHL, Michkov clearly said he wouldn't stay and thats why they shipped him off.

 

[Boss Man Hughes]

SKA was trying to pressure Michkov in staying in the KHL, Michkov clearly said he wouldn't stay and thats why they shipped him off.

Which of course is idiotic. Why not have him play out the year with SKA letting him believe they are happy to let him leave. And then ship him to Siberia the minute the season is over.

 

[Tyson]

They are going there to watch him play, have a meeting or two with him. They have to tread lightly as he is not their property yet.

 

[G0bias]

Gorton flying over to whoop they ass again.

 

[Skip Bayless]

Gorton flying over to whoop they ass again.View attachment 919200

View attachment 919201

 

[Shred]

Did SKA trade for someone? The current team is mediocre.

The team is full of Gagarin cup winners, former NHLers and masters of their craft. They don't need to trade for anyone.

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

You guys viewed too many spy movies.

And any device Demidov has could be bugged. Better to have the discussion somewhere it can't be monitored.

 

[Habs 4 Life]

Kent, bring him home!!

 

[Kaiden Ghoul]

For the first time in nhl history, a trade will be made between one nhl club and one khl team

Demidov to Montreal
Dvorak to St.Petersburg

If it dont bring emotion to Dvorak, nothing will

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

For the first time in nhl history, a trade will be made between one nhl club and one khl team

Demidov to Montreal
Dvorak to St.Petersburg

If it dont bring emotion to Dvorak, nothing will

I'm pretty sure he'd be brimming with joy if he'd get reacquainted with his old band. I mean, just look at that smile. I don't think I've ever seen him happier:

 

[red devil]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1848502235694502068

 

[Team_Spirit]

I don't get why the Habs front office would want to do business in such a public manner. That isn't their modus operandi.​

Gorton went to a few shows (in both languages) to explain the Demidov situation and articles were published in hockey outlets like THN saying stuff like *Demidov ice time was cut and that's a good thing, here's why;* and now Kent announce he's going over there.

I believe SKA got tired of the toxic trolls and called the Habs or maybe it's the Habs initiative. Either way the objective is clear. Chill out!

 

[Kennerback]

Kent, bring him home!!

NO!!! NOT LIKE THAT, KENT!!!