A First Lineup Decision Has Been Made Involving Ivan Demidov and the Canadiens
There's so much information to break down about the long-awaited arrival of Ivan Demidov with the Montreal Canadiens. We're trying to unpack all of it for you.
One piece of information that was quickly mentioned yesterday has just been reiterated today by journalist Daria Tuboltseva, because it's important.
It's not surprising, but for those who were wondering, a lineup decision has already been made with Demidov and the Canadiens.
It will be the NHL (the Montreal Canadiens) or the KHL for Demidov.
A decision has already been made for Ivan Demidov: it's either the NHL or the KHL, but forget about the Laval Rocket
Demidov also won't be allowed to help the Rocket if the Montreal Canadiens are eliminated.
That's important to note.
"Ivan has a clause that allows him to return to the KHL if he's not playing in the NHL.
Demidov will receive a $25,000 bonus if he plays in 5 playoff games. If he plays in 10 games, he will receive $30,000."
- Via Daria Tuboltseva, who spoke directly with Demidov's agent.
It was an important point, and many of you were asking if that was a possibility in the event the Habs were eliminated.
Lastly, speaking of special clauses in Demidov's contract:
What a great week to be a Montreal Canadiens fan!
Previously on HabsFanatics
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AVRIL 9 | 3129 ANSWERS A First Lineup Decision Has Been Made Involving Ivan Demidov and the Canadiens Which power play unit would you put Ivan Demidov on, if it were your choice? |
First-line duties instead of Slafkovsky | 600 | 19.2 % |
First-line duties instead of Caufield | 59 | 1.9 % |
First-line duties instead of Laine | 220 | 7 % |
Starting on the second line | 2250 | 71.9 % |
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