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How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?
Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / April 23
Will Canadiens Play Arber Xhekaj Card in Game 2 vs Capitals?
Arber Xhekaj was the first skater on the ice at Montreal Canadiens practice ahead of Game 2, fueling speculation that the big, gritty, and happy-to-play-physical blueliner could be inserted into the lineup against the Washington Capitals.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 22
Georges Laraque: 'Xhekaj, it’s over in Montreal'
The Canadiens knew they’d be up against a physical team against the Capitals. The Habs knew they’d be up against the Capitals’ big players. The Habs knew they’d have to find a way to protect themselves because Capitals players hit.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 22
Training: Arber Xhekaj didn’t train like a regular
The Habs were back on the ice today in Washington after last night’s loss to the Capitals. And right off the bat, Brendan Gallagher didn’t take part in the team’s practice.
Arber Xhekaj must play on Wednesday (because Jeff Gorton must learn from his mistakes)
You know the story of Jeff Gorton. The former Rangers GM was fired because Tom Wilson injured Artemi Panarin in 2021 and the big boss (the owner) in New York didn’t like to see his club so soft and so shuffled.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 20
Florian Xhekaj achieves LAH first in nearly 30 years
The best prospects are often qualified by incredible production at a very young age. In the case of the Montreal Canadiens, they have several fine young players in the organization, but there’s one who could cause a surprise next year.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 14
Marc Denis: If Xhekaj doesn’t play, it’s because the others ahead of him are more effective
Since March 28, the Canadiens have played nine games. And from the bunch… Arber Xhekaj has participated in only one of those games. The Canadiens’ defenseman is often sitting out lately – especially since Kaiden Guhle’s injury.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 14
Canadiens Need Arber Xhekaj’s Physicality for the Playoffs
After dropping their last two games, the Montreal Canadiens are searching for a spark to get back on track, and one name that continues to surface is Arber Xhekaj.
Practice: a sequence of Ivan Demidov that shows the extent of his talent
This morning, the habs extras skated in Toronto. Now, there was one extra who particularly caught attention: Ivan Demidov. The kid was taking his first strides with the team since his arrival in Canada.
Ivan Demidov skated with the extras this morning
Thursday evening, Ivan Demidov arrived in Canada. The young Russian, who arrived in Toronto, did not join the Habs in Ottawa, enjoying the city of Toronto a bit yesterday before the rest of the team came to pick him up today.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 3
Arber Xhekaj’s Future With the Canadiens
As the Montreal Canadiens continue to push for a playoff berth, Arber Xhekaj has found himself a healthy scratch for the past two games, leaving many to wonder about his future with the team.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 1
Arber Xhekaj will be traded eventually
Arber Xhekaj has great qualities. We know him mostly for his robust side and he also has a very heavy shot, but he seems to have refined a few things in his overall game.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 1
Arber Xhekaj will not be fighting Niko Mikkola tonight because he will not be playing
The Canadiens practiced this morning at the Bell Centre in preparation for their game tonight against the Panthers. Kirby Dach was there to watch the practice.
Arber Xhekaj must play (as a forward) against the Panthers on Tuesday
The habs have only nine games left to play in their last push towards the playoffs (or the no man’s land). The team is currently holding the eighth and last playoff spot in the East… but no less than four other teams are seriously eyeing this position: the Rangers, the Blue Jackets, the Red Wings, and the Islanders.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / March 31
Habs To Cut Ties With Arber Xhekaj?
If we listen to pundits, the future of Canadiens’ tough guy Arber Xhekaj with the team could be in jeopardy. Adding fuel to the speculations is the fact that two games ago in Carolina, Martin St-Louis decided to dress 11 forwards and 7 defensemen.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 30
Arber Xhekaj will not be in uniform today
The Canadiens have a big test this afternoon. They face the Panthers… who have one of the best teams in the league. For the game, note that Michael Pezzetta will be in uniform.
NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 24
Keaton Middleton Praised by Teammates After Admitting Arber Xhekaj Dominated Him in Their Fight
A new interesting video has just surfaced on social media, following Saturday's matchup between the Montreal Canadiens and the Colorado Avalanche. It's rare to see this, but hats off to Middleton!
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 24
Arber Xhekaj made subtle and unexpected gesture during his fight with Keaton Middleton
Young Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj helped spark his team on Saturday night at the Bell Centre.
NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 24
Canadiens' Arber Xhekaj reveals what was surprisingly said before his fight with Avs' Keaton Middelton
As you know, the tough Xhekaj dropped the gloves with Keaton Middleton last night, a big defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche and it seemed to be a major spark for the Canadiens' comeback.
NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 23
Canadiens Player Ignites Comeback After TKO of Avalanche Opponent
Montreal Canadiens enforcer Arber Xhekaj provided more than just physicality on Saturday—he gave the Habs a much-needed spark. Midway through the second period, with Montreal already down 2-0, Xhekaj dropped the gloves with Colorado Avalanche defenseman Keaton Middleton in response to a scuffle with Josh Anderson.
NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 5
Arber Xhekaj reveals how Jordan Greenway reacted during confrontation
One of the highlights at the start of Monday's game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Sabres was the altercation between Arber Xhekaj and Jordan Greenway.
NHL News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 20
Gotta see it: Arber Xhekaj Fights And Drops Matt Rempe
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Arber Xhekaj participated in a rather spirited fight on Sunday night, facing off with New York Rangers tough guy Matt Rempe.
Montreal Canadiens News / Bruins Insider / December 3
Department of Player Safety has made an official decision on Xhekaj for punching an official vs. Bruins
Arber Xhekaj was facing the possibility of a suspension for punching a ref after a brawl broke out between both teams.
Montreal Canadiens News / Hockey Patrol / December 1
NHL Department of Player Safety May Suspend Arber Xhekaj After Incident with Referee
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj might find himself in some very hot water with the NHL after striking an official during a game. The Original Six rivalry between the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens has been one considered legendary in the history of the NHL.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29
Trade Talks Hit Harsh Reality for Canadiens and Arber Xhekaj
In a recent episode of The Hockey Writers Roundtable, hosts Matthew Zator and Jacob Billington joined Raz Devraj to discuss the future of Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj.
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