The hockey world is buzzing with a rumor that’s sending shockwaves through both Minnesota and Montreal.

As whispers of a potential blockbuster trade between the Canadiens and the Wild circulate, fans are left wondering if one of the NHL’s brightest stars could soon be wearing a new jersey.

Kirill Kaprizov, Minnesota’s electrifying forward, is the kind of player who can instantly change the trajectory of any franchise—and the thought of seeing him skate alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield has ignited wild speculation and heated debates across social media.

Yet, just as the excitement reached its peak, a single comment from a respected journalist threw cold water on the fantasy.

Behind closed doors, insiders suggest that any serious conversation about Kaprizov’s future in Montreal would begin with a name that few expected—and even fewer are willing to part with.

This revelation has left fans reeling and questioning whether their dreams could ever become reality.

What exactly was said on the airwaves that changed everything? Which Canadiens prospect has suddenly become the center of attention in this high-stakes negotiation?

And could Montreal really consider making a move that would shake the very foundation of their rebuilding strategy? The answers might surprise you.

Minnesota Wild's Kirill Kaprizov and Canadiens Logo

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A trade rumor between the Canadiens and the Wild is sparking major debates surrounding Kirill Kaprizov.

Kaprizov, the star player of the Minnesota Wild, represents exactly the kind of offensive talent capable of transforming a team into a Stanley Cup contender.

Imagining Kaprizov alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield has made many fans dream.

However, this possibility just received a serious cold shower with comments from a journalist.

Indeed, on the airwaves of The Shaun Starr Show, Marco D’Amico explained that the chances of seeing Kaprizov end up in Montreal are extremely slim.

The price for Kirill Kaprizov would go through Ivan Demidov according to Marco D’Amico

D’Amico added that any discussion would start with the name of Ivan Demidov.

The young Russian prospect, considered one of the best of his generation, is the one the Wild would want in return to let go of their star forward.

“The chances are extremely slim and when he spoke about the price, he named one name: Ivan Demidov. Because that’s the player who would be in the Wild’s sights to send Kaprizov to Montreal.”

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This statement, also relayed by Félix Forget, hit fans like a cold shower who were still hoping.

Trading Demidov, whom many already see as the future cornerstone of the club, would go completely against the Canadiens’ rebuilding plan. I’d even say it’s impossible for the Habs to make that move.

“The organization’s respect for this young talent is immense, and it would be difficult to imagine the Canadiens sacrificing such a prospect.” – Félix Forget

In my opinion, even if Kaprizov is an elite player, Ivan Demidov embodies too much of the team’s future to be sacrificed.