While there’s no doubt Ivan Demidov is a leading candidate to win the Calder Trophy this season as the NHL’s outstanding rookie, Oliver Kapanen is making a strong case that he could deserve consideration as well. Article content

“I don’t want to think about that one too much,” Kapanen said after Tuesday’s practice. But then he quickly added: “I mean, why not? It would mean a lot.” Article content Article content

Why not indeed?

Seven games into the season, the Canadiens’ rookie centre has four goals, including the opening score in Monday’s 4-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre. Only Cole Caufield, with five, has scored more for Montreal. No NHL rookie has more goals.

While there’s no doubt Demidov, the right-winger on the line, has more natural talent , Kapanen

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