Demidov named NHL Rookie of the Month for December
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Key Points:
- Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov has been named the NHL’s Rookie of the Month for December after leading all rookies with 14 points (4 goals, 10 assists) in 15 games.
- Demidov outperformed other top rookies such as Beckett Sennecke, Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and Linus Karlsson in multiple statistical categories, including assists and even-strength points.
- The 20-year-old, drafted fifth overall in 2024, recorded points in 11 of 15 December games and posted notable assist and point streaks during the month.
- Demidov ranks first among NHL rookies this season with 33 points (10 goals, 23 assists) in
