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The Canadiens have made their choice, and the list is complete for the draft

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David St-Jean
June 28, 2024  (11:41)
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The NHL draft will take place tonight, and we have confirmation that the Canadiens' list is finalized. Their choices have been made.

That was clearly stated by Jeff Gorton during his press conference Thursday night in Las Vegas. There are no more doubts within the front office.

It's remembered that the Habs met with three players yesterday: Cayden Lindstrom, Ivan Demidov, and Cole Eiserman. The focus seems to be on drafting a forward.

"The list is done, and it will not change." - Jeff Gorton

According to Corey Pronman, the Canadiens' pick at 5th overall is likely to be Cayden Lindstrom. However, he also believes Lindstrom will be selected by the Blue Jackets at 4th overall, so the Canadiens might be deciding between Ivan Demidov and Zeev Buium.

Ultimately, Pronman thinks Montreal has Buium ahead of Demidov on their list. Opinions may vary, but Pronman accurately predicted the selections of Kaiden Guhle, Juraj Slafkovsky, and David Reinbacher�choices that weren't obvious and set in stone. He has solid sources.

Buium is a very strong defenseman, no doubt about it, but can the Canadiens afford to pass on a forward like Demidov?

The fans' reaction could be uncontrollable if that happens.

"If Montreal snubs Demidov to take Buium? If Corey is right, I can't wait to hear the reactions from Canadiens fans." - Marc Antoine Godin

It's certainly a statement that raises concerns. Personally, I've never hoped more that Corey Pronman is wrong in his predictions.

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Do you think the Canadiens could select another defenseman with the 5th overall pick this year?

Yes7922.5 %
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