
After all, in the last game of his team… The hope of the CH was benched by his coach.
But Roman Rotenberg – who is difficult to follow – decided to please his player today.

Habs Prospect Ivan Demidov recorded his 29th assist of the season, bringing his total to 48 points.#GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/MUeRY3Fozg
— HABS NATION (@CoachFrenchy10X) March 2, 2025
Because when you’re on the bench… Let’s just say it’s a bit harder, haha.
Overall, Demidov sent a perfect message to his coach: he was involved in all aspects of the game today, he blocked shots, he played well… And he even managed to score a point.
It should be like that… But every game:
Demidov was rolling today. Had a primary assist and played more than 21 minutes. He had a couple of great chances to tie it late but SKA fell 2-1. pic.twitter.com/4bGIS5LuCK
— Grant McCagg (@grantmccagg) March 2, 2025
Note that the point scored by the Canadiens’ prospect means he now has 48 points this season (in 59 games).
For a guy who averages 13:42 of playing time per game since the start of the season, that’s worth noting.

In a rush
– Bravo!
Congratulations to Mélanie Riendeau, the big winner of our contest! Mélanie proudly represented the Canadiens with her friend Jolianne! She wins a Canadiens Fanatics Premium jersey and a Canadiens x @RBCfr hat. pic.twitter.com/2pX92FW4oI
Stay tuned for our…
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) March 2, 2025
– Hum…
Add a good 2nd center and a veteran right-handed defenseman, and this team could make the playoffs next season, right?
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— Marc-Olivier Beaudoin (@MOBeaudoin1) March 2, 2025
– Happy birthday!
Join us in wishing a happy birthday to our Executive Vice President, Alex Cousineau!
Happy birthday, Alex! pic.twitter.com/5Mhwpzp9x6
— Lions de Trois-Rivières (@Lions3r) March 2, 2025
– The photo is really beautiful.
This is an Elvis Merzlikins appreciation post #StadiumSeries pic.twitter.com/7UeMSy9H7I
— NHL (@NHL) March 2, 2025