"While there's no question he's going to produce, to what degree will largely depend on how well the teen meshes with his linemates. Ahead of the regular season, Demidov is pegged to play with Patrik Laine and center Kirby Dach. If both can stay fit -- rather significant ifs considering their respective health histories -- and this trio gels, look out."
"That Demidov is also expected to compete on a top power play with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield provides even more promise. I also like that he earned a seven-game taste of NHL action, including in the playoffs, last spring. This dynamic winger boasts a 65-point ceiling, with a good fraction of them counting with the extra skater. Draft him appropriately."
Twelve rookie Calder Trophy candidates are projected to provide immediate offensive impact and meaningful fantasy value in dynasty, keeper, and redraft formats. Demidov is an early favorite, slated to play with Patrik Laine and Kirby Dach and expected to see top power-play minutes with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield; a seven-game NHL playoff taste and a 65-point ceiling bolster his profile. Snuggerud will skate on a top line and power play with Robert Thomas, coming off a 1.28-per-game college scoring pace and a projected 60–65 point season. Line fit, health, and power-play usage will determine final outputs.
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