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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 19
Canadiens GM Kent Hughes Remains Firm on Keeping Arber Xhekaj
In hockey-mad Montreal, fans fall in love fast and hard with their favourites. When Marc Bergevin signed undrafted defenceman Arber Xhekaj to an entry-level contract in October 2021, hardly anyone had heard about the hard-hitting defenceman.
Maxim Lapierre would trade Arber Xhekaj for Connor McDavid… and that’s it
How much is Arber Xhekaj worth? As a player who has spent a little time in Laval and who is not a leading defenseman in the organization, one might think that his value is not extremely high.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 14
'Is there anyone who thinks Xhekaj is untouchable?' – Tony Marinaro
For several years now, the Montreal Canadiens haven’t really had very physical players. Georges Laraque and George Parros were the club’s last two strongmen, but since the arrival of Arber Xhekaj, the players feel more protected (and rightly so).
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 12
David Pagnotta: Teams continue to call for Arber Xhekaj
Over the past year, Arber Xhekaj has found himself – in spite of himself – in a number of trade rumors. Some teams called Kent Hughes to inquire about the defenseman’s availability… But the Habs’ GM never wanted to trade him.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 8
Offseason checklist for the Montreal Canadiens
The offseason has arrived for three-quarters of the NHL for teams that either missed the playoffs or were eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Montreal.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Canadiens Face Critical Negotiations with Restricted Free Agent Xhekaj
Avoid the urge to look past upcoming negotiations with Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj this offseason. There might be just that tendency on
Montreal Canadiens News / Full Press Hockey / April 18
Arber Xhekaj Says His Shoulder Bothered Him All Year
Another year, another shoulder surgery was performed on Arber Xhekaj, who had this to say in his last media availability of the season. Arber Xhekaj underwent left shoulder surgery on April 10th, and yesterday, before the Montreal Canadiens‘ last game of the season, he fielded questions from the media for the last time this season.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 16
Arber Xhekaj played injured for most of the season
Everyone agrees that Arber Xhekaj’s start to the season was pretty disappointing. He didn’t look anything like the gritty player we met in his first NHL season in 2022-23.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 9
Canadiens Sign Florian Xhekaj to Entry-Level Contract
The Montreal Canadiens have signed forward Florian Xhekaj, the younger brother of defenseman Arber Xhekaj, to a three-year entry-level contract. The 19-year-old (who turns 20 on 27 June 2024) finished the season with 34 goals and 65 points in 63 games for the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Brantford Bulldogs this season.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 9
The Montreal Canadiens’ young defensive core is exciting, but expect some moves
Another disappointing season has led to one of the NHL’s most storied franchises missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Thanks to a series of bad results, the Montreal Canadiens were officially eliminated from postseason contention last week, marking the third straight season the Habs failed to qualify for the playoffs.
Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / April 9
Habs Game 78: Xhekaj Injury Forces Canadiens Roster Change
The Montreal Canadiens (29-36-12) are set to face the Philadelphia Flyers (36-31-11) at the Bell Centre. The puck drop is scheduled for 7 pm ET. At this point of the season, fans are well aware of what they should expect on any given night.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9
Canadiens lose Arber Xhekaj for season, Christian Dvorak to return Tuesday
One Canadiens player's season has come to an end while another returns.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 9
Montreal Canadiens’ Arber Xhekaj will have season-ending shoulder surgery
The Montreal Canadiens announced on Tuesday that defenseman Arber Xhekaj will undergo left shoulder surgery and miss the rest of the regular season. The
Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / April 9
Canadiens D Arber Xhekaj to have season-ending surgery
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj will undergo season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, the team announced Tuesday. Per the Canadiens, Xhekaj will have surgery on Wednesday and is expected to be ready for the start of next season.
Arber Xhekaj missed Ryan Reaves… And he’ll miss Matt Rempe too
Arber Xhekaj has a reputation as a guy who can fight. He’s one of the NHL’s good battlers because he’s strong and has good technique(thanks to Georges Laraque)… And everyone will agree that he’s not afraid to throw down the gloves and take on the NHL’s best big men.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 7
Arber Xhekaj and Kaiden Guhle to miss second game in a row
The Canadiens are in New York for tonight’s game. Martin St-Louis’ men lost to the Leafs last night at the Bell Centre… And they’ll be looking to get back to winning ways against the Rangers.
NHL News / Philly Hockey Now / January 22
Flyers Could Be Interested In Arber Xhekaj Trade
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj has been the subject of trade rumors since he was sent down to the AHL. One team that could be interested? None other than the Philadelphia Flyers.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21
Canadiens Have Blunt Reply to Teams Eyeing Arber Xhekaj Trade
The Montreal Canadiens have unequivocally shut down trade talks involving defenseman Arber Xhekaj, as confirmed by NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. Despite being loaned to AHL Laval over a month ago, the Canadiens are standing firm, denying any inquiries about the blue liner.
Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 20
Gotta see it: Arber Xhekaj’s Lively Fight In The AHL
When the Montreal Canadiens assigned defenceman Arber Xhekaj to the Laval Rocket, the goal was putting him in a situation that would lead to big minutes, giving him crucial experience that would hopefully improve his defensive game.
Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 6
Canadiens Defenceman Arber Xhekaj Deserves To Be In The NHL
Since returning from injury, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj has been playing his regular brand of steadfast hockey in the American Hockey League.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 6
Canadiens’ Arber Xhekaj AHL Assignment an Opportunity
The Montreal Canadiens removed Arber Xhekaj from the injured reserve list, then immediately assigned him to the Laval Rocket of the American Hockey League (AHL). There have been discussions about the 22-year-old defenceman, his game, his future and how he has seemingly been passed over on the depth chart by Jayden Struble.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5
Motivation by Demotion: Xhekaj’s AHL Move a Temporary Setback
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj, who has been recovering from an upper-body injury that kept him out for seven games, was activated off injured reserve.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 17
Montreal Canadiens’ Arber Xhekaj out day to day with upper-body injury
The Montreal Canadiens announced Friday that defenseman Arber Xhekaj will be out day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 16
Canadiens defenseman leaves thriller vs. Golden Knights with upper-body injury
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj suffered an upper-body injury in Thursday's thrilling loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / October 11
MUST SEE: Canadiens Defenceman Arber Xhekaj Fights Reaves
The Montreal Canadiens were in Toronto on Wednesday night to open their season against the Maple Leafs. Ryan Reaves was acquired to add a little truculence to the lineup, but Canadiens defenceman Arber Xhekaj welcomed him to the Atlantic Division by tossing him around like a bag of potatoes.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 14, 2023
Canadiens' Arber Xhekaj out indefinitely with upper-body injury
One of the bright spots for the Montreal Canadiens and their fans this season has been the emergence of Arber Xhekaj.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / October 8, 2022
From Costco employee to Montreal Canadien? Arber Xhekaj lays it on the line for roster spot
Xhekaj went from relative obscurity to a solid NHL prospect in such a short time.
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