2024 NHL Draft: 5 Candidates for the Montreal Canadiens to Select Fifth Overall
Zack Cook
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Berkly Catton - Spokane (C)
Berkly Catton brings plenty of high-end skill to the mix out of the WHL. With Montreal trending toward adding size up front, some wonder if they'll be interested in the sub-six foot center. Regardless, Catton's skills are undeniable, and he brings a dynamic element to the mix that the Canadiens are currently lacking in their forward core.
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Cayden Lindstrom - Medicine Hat (C)
If the Canadiens are on the clock with the fifth overall pick and Cayden Lindstrom remains on the board, it's pretty clear the Canadiens management team would be thrilled. Lindstrom brings size, speed, skill, and good hockey sense to the table. His big frame and ability to own the middle of the ice makes him someone that should thrive in a playoff style environment. With the traits that the Canadiens have coveted throughout their rebuild, Lindstrom checks a lot of boxes.
Tij Iginila - Kelowna (C)
The most likely available name for the Montreal Canadiens with the fifth overall pick is Tij Iginla. If you're wondering where you might have heard that name before, yes, Tij is the son of former NHL star, Jarome Iginla. Although he might not play the same brand of hockey his father did, Tij brings a unique blend with a high-end shot, strong playmaking, hockey sense, and his dad's competitive spirit. Tij projects as a strong top-six forward, with top line upside.
Ivan Demidov - SKA St. Petersburg (RW)
It feels unlikely that Ivan Demidov will be around for the fifth overall pick, but if he is, the Canadiens will have heavy interest. There's already speculation about Montreal trying to trade up for the skilled Russian winger, which shows their desire to add an impact forward in the 2024 NHL Draft. The Canadiens prospect pool is loaded on defense, and adding a player with the skillset that Demidov brings to the table could be the piece that puts this group over the hump in their rebuild.
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Konsta Helenius - Jukurit (C)
Konsta Helenius is a prospect that's hung around the top ten in pre-draft rankings for the majority of this season. Although he's not going to wow you with his dynamic skills like other prospects in this range, Helenius plays a strong 200-foot game, and put up really nice production in the Finnish League. With the type of roster Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton are putting together, Helenius could be a good fit, especially if they trade down a few spots at the draft.
Berkly Catton - Spokane (C)
Berkly Catton brings plenty of high-end skill to the mix out of the WHL. With Montreal trending toward adding size up front, some wonder if they'll be interested in the sub-six foot center. Regardless, Catton's skills are undeniable, and he brings a dynamic element to the mix that the Canadiens are currently lacking in their forward core.
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Cayden Lindstrom - Medicine Hat (C)
If the Canadiens are on the clock with the fifth overall pick and Cayden Lindstrom remains on the board, it's pretty clear the Canadiens management team would be thrilled. Lindstrom brings size, speed, skill, and good hockey sense to the table. His big frame and ability to own the middle of the ice makes him someone that should thrive in a playoff style environment. With the traits that the Canadiens have coveted throughout their rebuild, Lindstrom checks a lot of boxes.
