F Ivan Demidov - SKA St. Petersburg, KHL (2024, 5th, MTL)

[HeadLiceHatty]

Right now he absolutely looks like he belongs to the main team. Second best player on SKA behind Michkov only in the preseason games.

Agree, him and Michkov have some nice chemistry. The way those two think the game relative to the rest of their teammates is very different.

 

[Halfy]

Apologies as I’m sure this has been asked a few times but I couldn’t find it. What’s his KHL contract status? Probably a guy that could play nhl next year no?

 

[Kshahdoo]

Apologies as I’m sure this has been asked a few times but I couldn’t find it. What’s his KHL contract status? Probably a guy that could play nhl next year no?

No, he's signed through 2024-25 season.

 

[LetsGoFlyers12]

This kid is unreal. Only michkov has been more creative and productive. Needs to get a bit stronger in tight areas, but his ability at 17 is pretty amazing. Hope the Flyers get him too!

 

[dreadpirateroberts]

https://x.com/hockey_robinson/status/1695149118317080817?s=46&t=d6mNWqdwGO2ETd36uMQN6g

 

[tnfrs]

https://x.com/hockey_robinson/status/1695149118317080817?s=46&t=d6mNWqdwGO2ETd36uMQN6g

ya demidov had a pretty good game, he can def play with the big boys. I wonder if theyll carry michkov and demidov now, theres another game tomorrow

 

[Preposterone]

No, he's signed through 2024-25 season.

As the dude who watches more SKA than anyone on this board, do you see him as a winger or center moving forward? I saw him play a fair bit of C last year for 1946, but I’ve seen a lot of MHL centers shift to wing when they hit pros since the Russian development system has seemingly abandoned teaching any kind of defensive structures prior to the big league about a decade ago

 

[Kshahdoo]

As the dude who watches more SKA than anyone on this board, do you see him as a winger or center moving forward? I saw him play a fair bit of C last year for 1946, but I’ve seen a lot of MHL centers shift to wing when they hit pros since the Russian development system has seemingly abandoned teaching any kind of defensive structures prior to the big league about a decade ago

If Kuznetsov could play center, then Demidov can. The question is does he need to play center? He looks very effective as a winger. And not just effective, but very entertaining. He's going to be more fun to watch than guys like Panarin or Kaprizov. Do you really wanna move him to center?

 

[LetsGoFlyers12]

If Kuznetsov could play center, then Demidov can. The question is does he need to play center? He looks very effective as a winger. And not just effective, but very entertaining. He's going to be more fun to watch than guys like Panarin or Kaprizov. Do you really wanna move him to center?

After watching them both play next to each other, I really do like Michkov at center over Demidov, at this point.

True, Michkov has a more natural nose for the net, but his decision making and puck management are a far way ahead of ID11 at this time. This is not to say things can't change, but I'd love to hear your thoughts here

 

[Kshahdoo]

After watching them both play next to each other, I really do like Michkov at center over Demidov, at this point.

True, Michkov has a more natural nose for the net, but his decision making and puck management are a far way ahead of ID11 at this time. This is not to say things can't change, but I'd love to hear your thoughts here

Demidov with his relentless movement, speed and forcheck looks very natural at winger position. Michkov on the other hand prefers to control the game's flow which is a center quality.

 

[Garl]

Both will be wingers end of story

 

[SlafySZN]

When do we know if Demidov made the team?

I think SKA’s first game is next saturday

 

[Kshahdoo]

When do we know if Demidov made the team?

I think SKA’s first game is next saturday

He was one of the best players at both preseason tournaments he played, he has to make it. Especially given his cap hit is zero.

 

[SlafySZN]

He was one of the best players at both preseason tournaments he played, he has to make it. Especially given his cap hit is zero.

Hope he stays and they give him ice time

 

[MikeyS]

Both will be wingers end of story

I think Demidov can play center.


It’s a possibility in my opinion.

 

[DatDude44]

This guys absolutely disgusting

 

[Sasso09]

Both will be wingers end of story

Michkov looks great at C

 

[GlassesJacketShirt]

Any word on whether Demidov will play tomorrow? Itching to get some prospect views in ASAP.

 

[SlafySZN]

Any word on whether Demidov will play tomorrow? Itching to get some prospect views in ASAP.

Hope so.

He’s so fun to watch

 

[LetsGoFlyers12]

This guy needs a loan, like Michkov. Rotenberg only stunting his growth. Problem is, I think he is more laid back than Michkov, and will not request a move. Wish he did though. Kid deserves a chance to play at this level.

 

[MikeyS]

Probably the most talented offensive player in this class

 

[Dr Jablonski PhD]

This guy needs a loan, like Michkov. Rotenberg only stunting his growth. Problem is, I think he is more laid back than Michkov, and will not request a move. Wish he did though. Kid deserves a chance to play at this level.

I really hope he gets loaned too. I just hope it's not to Sochi. I want to see him away from Michkov

Probably the most talented offensive player in this class

Demidov has qualities that Celebrini doesn't, but Celebrini's shot, finishing ability, and ability to make coast to coast individual efforts has to put him ahead

And even if he deserves it, Demidov is probably never going to be the 1st OA pick in this draft. Teams will gravitate to the Canadian center

 

[WeThreeKings]

I really hope he gets loaned too. I just hope it's not to Sochi. I want to see him away from Michkov


Demidov has qualities that Celebrini doesn't, but Celebrini's shot, finishing ability, and ability to make coast to coast individual efforts has to put him ahead

And even if he deserves it, Demidov is probably never going to be the 1st OA pick in this draft. Teams will gravitate to the Canadian center

Well that and nobody is gonna be enamored with the prospect of him spending any more time in Russia, either.

 

[dyldude]

Playing in the MHL today

 

[montreal]

Here's his first MHL game action of the season,



wasn't overly impressed with the effort out there at times, coasts a lot and looked weak physically but he put on some moves.