In his NHL debut, Ivan Demidov thrilled the home crowd in Montreal with a spectacular first career goal. Selected 5th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, the rookie forward showcased his skill and poise by chasing down a puck sent deep into the zone. When it caromed off the boards, Demidov collected it near the crease, evaded the goalie’s pokecheck with a slick move to his backhand, and tucked it into the net. Capping off an unforgettable debut, Demidov added an assist and earned first-star honors for his outstanding performance.