Ivan Demidov Scouting Reports

Demidov's statistics jump off the page. He's scored 23G-37A in only 30GP. He's a creative offensive talent with a fantastic release and loads of creativity with the puck on his stick. He's too good to be playing at the junior level in Russia. He started the year in the KHL before an injury kept him on the shelf for a couple months, slowing his momentum at the pro level in the process and resulting in him landing in the junior ranks upon his return.
Projects to be a top line NHL forward - Skilled - Fast - Competitive -

Demidov missed significant time, in the fall, after suffering a knee injury.
Upon his return, SKA sent him to their MHL affiliate team (Russia's version of Major Junior Hockey)
He's simply too skilled for the level.
In a ten game segment - from December 23rd to January 24th - he scored 11G - 16A and was a (+22) defensively.
Elite offensive talent. Plays quick and fast. Outstanding release. Sees the ice. Makes plays. Threat off the rush. Battles to extend plays. Hard to defend.

Demidov is dealing with a knee injury that he sustained in October. When healthy he brings a combination of size, speed, skill and will. Demidov can be dangerous off the rush. He also battles to extend plays from below the goal line and along the wall. He tracks back the full 200ft. While offense is his upside, his overall compete also stands out. Coaches trust these kinds of players in a variety of roles.
Demidov projects as a potential top line forward who could, possibly, spill over the boards in all situations.