# ROOKIES RECOGNIZED: Demidov Runner Up for Calder, Dobes SHOCKS for 4th Place | Game 5 Preview

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Podcast: [Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-canadiens-daily-podcast-on-the-montreal-canadiens-444785)
Published: 2026-05-14T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Montreal Canadiens’ youth movement powers Calder Trophy race—can Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes anchor a new era? Ian Boisvert spotlights how Demidov’s stellar rookie campaign secured a second-place finish, while Dobes emerged as the top rookie goaltender, signaling a promising future. Oliver Kapanen’s breakout raises trade intrigue as the Canadiens weigh bolstering their center depth amid a weak free agent pool. Boisvert breaks down Arber Xhekaj’s dramatic ice time drop, analyzing Marty St. Louis’ lineup decisions ahead of a pivotal Game 5 against the Buffalo Sabres. Key storylines include Montreal’s struggles with shot-blocking Sabres defense, the need for early scoring, and the surging newhook line’s offensive impact. With the series tied and home-ice drama looming, will the Canadiens’ adjustments secure a Bell Centre showdown to remember?

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