The NHL has just been rocked by a seismic shift, and its epicenter is Montreal. In a stunning and almost unbelievable surge, Cole Caulfield and rookie Ivan Demidov have unleashed a level of dominance so overwhelming that analysts are stunned, coaches are panicking, and rival teams are scrambling to adjust. These two rising superstars aren’t just making noise — they are shattering expectations and bending the league to their will.
Montreal’s season has exploded with a ferocity not seen in years. Caulfield, scorching hot from the very first puck drop, has already struck with five goals in five games, achieving a milestone not seen since Guy Lafleur’s glory days in 1977. Even more frightening, he’s transformed from a pure scorer into a complete, two-way threat who disrupts plays, controls tempo, and punishes every defensive mistake.
Demidov, meanwhile, is redefining what a rookie is supposed to look like. Reaching 10 assists in just 17 games, he has locked in one of the fastest starts in Canadiens history. His unbelievable vision, perfect timing, and instant chemistry with Caulfield have supercharged Montreal’s power play, boosting shot production by 34% and turning every man-advantage into a nightmare for opponents.
Their combined eruption was on full display in a recent 6–2 demolition of the Utah Mammoth — a showcase so dominant it left commentators speechless. Montreal’s offense is no longer dangerous; it’s predatory. Fast, unpredictable, and electrifying, the Canadiens are now dictating the pace of the league instead of reacting to it.
Beyond the on-ice chaos, trade buzz is heating up. With the Calgary Flames spiraling, center Nazem Kadri has become a hot topic in Montreal circles. Fans want more firepower, but general manager Kent Hughes remains committed to smart, long-term building rather than reckless spending — even as the Canadiens surge toward contender status.
What’s happening in Montreal isn’t normal.
It’s a reawakening.
Caulfield is erupting.
Demidov is mesmerizing.
And together, they’re turning the Canadiens into the most terrifying young force in today’s NHL.
If this is just the beginning, the rest of the league isn’t ready —
and it might get ugly.
