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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 28
Dylan McIlrath, Arber Xhekaj fined for unsportsmanlike conduct
Montreal defenseman Arber Xhekaj and Washington blueliner Dylan McIlrath were both fined the maximum amount by the NHL on Monday for unsportsmanlike conduct that took place during pregame warmups prior to Sunday's Game 4.
Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / April 28
Arber Xhekaj (and the Canadian) fined for an event that occurred before yesterday’s game
The NHL sent a message to the Canadiens and Capitals before Game #4: no outbursts before the game, during breaks or at the end of periods. And clearly, the league is taking it seriously.
The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 27
Lane Hutson performs better with Arber Xhekaj than Kaiden Guhle
Since the start of the season, Lane Hutson has been truly impressive. His performances have truly exceeded expectations, much to the delight of all Montreal Canadiens fans.
Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Canadiens Players Speak Highly of Arber Xhekaj After Controversial Debut
Arber Xhekaj made his long-awaited playoff debut Friday night at Bell Centre, helping the Montreal Canadiens in their 6-3 victory over the Washington Capitals in Game 3.
NHL News / House of Hockey / April 25
Montreal's Arber Xhekaj & Washington's Tom Wilson Have Intriguing On-Ice Conversation Ahead of Game 3
We could be in for some fisticuffs during tonight's Game 3 between the Capitals and Canadians, as both Tom Wilson and Arber Xhekaj barked at one another during the pre-game skate.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 25
The CH almost recalled Florian Xhekaj for tonight’s game
It’s easy to say. After two games against the Capitals… the Habs are getting shuffled around. The Caps’ players are more physical, and that’s why the CH is getting roughed up.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 25
Patrik Laine out tonight and Arber Xhekaj in the line-up, according to JiC
This morning, at today’s training session, there was only one absentee: Patrik Laine. Why was he absent? Is it because he won’t be playing tonight (whether because of a knee/wrist injury or for some other reason) in game #3 of the series?
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 24
Arber Xhekaj: David Ettedgui begins to believe it’s a personal vendetta
The Capitals’ big players had (more) fun last night against the CH. Alex Ovechkin (eight checks) and Tom Wilson (four checks) bothered the Habs all night long, and it was clear that the Caps had the physical advantage.
Montreal Canadiens 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
Stop with Xhekaj: the Habs were no match… and lost in overtime
I understand that the topic of the day is Arber Xhekaj. The Habs got their asses kicked yesterday. The check totals of the Capitals (44) and the Habs (33) don’t even begin to show the extent of Washington’s physical superiority.
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 / 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.
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 / 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 / Blade of Steel / March 19
Possible Suspension Looming for Arber Xhekaj After Incredibly Late Hit on Senators Forward
Arber Xhekaj has been known to throw his body around, and after getting away with a clear hit to the head, Ottawa Senators fans are furious. The Montreal
NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 18
Arber Xhekaj issues a stern warning ahead of the game against the Ottawa Senators
Just minutes after his altercation with teammate Michael Pezzetta during a heated and physical practice, he has already set the tone for an intense and physical game tonight against the Ottawa Senators.
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.
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 / 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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