The new NHL season has opened with a highly anticipated rookie class, and oddsmakers are already signaling a tight race for the Calder Memorial Trophy. BetMGM’s Sportsbook early lines show a mix of generational potential and refined collegiate polish among the top contenders. While several names stand out, one player has clearly captured the spotlight as the frontrunner.

Ivan Demidov enters his first NHL season with the weight of expectation and the betting public behind him. The former SKA St. Petersburg standout brings elite skill, creativity, and vision that have scouts calling him one of the most NHL-ready Russian forwards in years. Behind him, defenseman Zeev Buium, winger Jimmy Snuggerud, center Michael Misa, forward Ryan Leonard, and offensive blueliner Zayne Parekh round out a tal

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