Ivan Demidov’s arrival in Montreal has already sparked excitement among Canadiens fans, but there’s far more to this young star than his dazzling moves on the ice.

Whispers from inside the locker room and late-night glimpses at the Brossard practice facility suggest that Demidov’s commitment to hockey borders on obsession. It’s no secret that he’s the first one on the ice every morning, but what even his teammates didn’t realize was just how far he’s willing to go to improve his game.

Recently, a close friend and fellow player let slip an astonishing detail about Demidov’s daily routine—one that’s left fans and insiders alike absolutely stunned.

It turns out that Demidov’s relentless drive doesn’t end when the sun goes down. In fact, his most intense training sessions might be happening after hours, long after most players have packed up for the night.

But that’s not all. As the season approaches, Demidov has made some surprising personal changes off the ice, including a big move and a physical transformation that’s raising eyebrows around the league.

What’s really fueling this extraordinary dedication? The answers, and the full story behind Demidov’s secret routine, are even more fascinating than you might expect.

Apr 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) skates with a puck in warm-up before the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is a true hockey fanatic.

It’s no coincidence that he gets along so well with young Lane Hutson.

We already knew that Demidov is always on the ice every morning in Brossard and that it’s hard to keep him away from the arena.

However, we didn’t realize it was this intense.

According to what his good friend Arseni Gritsyuk revealed in an interview with RG Media, Ivan Demidov even goes to Brossard late in the evening!

You read that right!

When we talk about big gestures, concrete actions that prove a player REALLY wants to improve, this is exactly that.

Ivan Demidov even goes to train on the ice in Brossard late at night

Clearly, spending two hours on the ice every morning just isn’t enough for him.

What an absolutely incredible and exceptional young player.

“He loves it,” said Gritsyuk.

“He trains twice a day: in the gym and on the ice.

Sometimes he even skates in the evening.

He has everything he needs, and he loves it.”

– Arseni Gritsyuk

In that article, journalist Sergey Demidov revealed, Ivan Demidov packed his bags and just moved in a new apartment with his girlfriend before the season starts.

He also shared Demidov’s unusual physical transformation during the summer!

It’s truly a fascinating read!