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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 29
Canadiens’ Brewing Blue Line Battle Between Struble & Xhekaj
As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for the 2025-26 season, they find themselves with one of the deepest young defensive corps in the league. The blue line is filled with intriguing talent, but one storyline that will quietly simmer through training camp is the battle for the sixth defenceman spot between Jayden Struble and Arber Xhekaj.
Logan Mailloux wants to see Florian Xhekaj in the NHL this season
Logan Mailloux now belongs to the St. Louis Blues. The defenseman, as you know, was traded to the Blues in return for the services of Québécois Zachary Bolduc.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / July 15
Will the Canadiens Make the Playoffs in 2025–26?
The Montreal Canadiens took a major step forward in 2024–25 by qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since 2021. With a 40–31–11 record and a return to postseason play, they showed that their rebuild is turning into a climb.
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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 9
Jayden Struble vs Arber Xhekaj: if they want to play, it’ll be through the numerical disadvantage
With the recent acquisition of Noah Dobson, the Canadiens de Montréal now boast a very fine defensive brigade. There are sure to be two right-handed defensemen in Montreal to start the season with Dobson and Alexandre Carrier (unless David Reinbacher surprises and breaks into the line-up).
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 3
Arber Xhekaj, still out of the line-up according to DailyFaceoff
During the season, quite a few of us consult the pages of the DailyFaceoff site on an almost daily basis. Whenever there’s a practice, an injury, a recall or a trade, the site hastens to give the new trios and defensive pairings for each team.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / June 28
Canadiens' Arber Xhekaj Ready For Next Step?
For all intents and purposes, the Washington Capitals took the Montreal Canadiens to school, delivering a lesson on physicality and offensive prowess.
Montreal Canadiens News / Blade of Steel / June 15
Martin St. Louis Sends a Clear Message About Canadiens Defenseman Arber Xhekaj
Arber Xhekaj has been pigeonholed into his current role in the NHL, but Head Coach Martin St. Louis believes the talented young star is capable of much more.
If Nicolas Hague comes to Montreal, Arber Xhekaj has no future in the city
For the past 48 hours or so, Nicolas Hague has been the talk of Montreal. The Golden Knights defenseman, who is a restricted free agent in the making, has been linked to the Habs by Nick Kypreos… and naturally, that’s getting a lot of attention.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / June 5
Canadiens Must Not Trade Arber Xhekaj
Arber Xhekaj is the kind of player that nearly every NHL general manager covets, and many successful teams have a player with a similar profile. If you find a diamond in the rough like Xhekaj, you hold onto him.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / June 5
Could Barrie Colts Star Push Arber Xhekaj out of Canadiens?
Barrie Colts rugged left-shot 2025 Draft-eligible Kashawn Aithceson has been compared to Kaiden Guhle of the Montreal Canadiens. Aitcheson stands six-foot-one and weighs 191 pounds, according to Elite Prospects.com.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 24
Canadiens’ Prospect Florian Xhekaj Emerges as a Force in the AHL
Over the last few seasons, the Montreal Canadiens have built a strong foundation through the draft, focusing on skill, character, and development. Players like Lane Hutson, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Nick Suzuki have quickly emerged as promising young pieces of the franchise’s future.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 6
Renaud Lavoie: Luke Tuch, the two Xhekaj brothers and Mailloux should not be traded
The Canadiens took a beating in the playoffs against the Capitals. We saw Tom Wilson and Alex Ovechkin having fun on the ice with their big shoulder shots, and in the process, we saw that the Canadiens didn’t have what it took to compete physically with the Caps.
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.
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 / 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 / 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.
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / February 5
Latest comments putting pressure on Canadiens to make a change with Arber Xhekaj?
Is now the right time to give Arber Xhekaj more responsibilities?
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 23
Arber Xhekaj Absent from Practice Today, Canadiens Will Hold Press Conference Shortly
We just received an official announcement from the Montreal Canadiens organization. As the team prepares to face the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight at 7:00 PM, defenseman Arber Xhekaj is officially being given a rest day.
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.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 27
Odd Call on Xhekaj in Canadiens vs. Flyers Game Sparks Outrage
The hockey world is buzzing after a controversial call in Sunday night’s matchup between the Montreal Canadiens and Philadelphia Flyers. During the first period, Montreal’s Arber Xhekaj squared up with Flyers’ Sean Couturier following a high hit on Canadiens forward Kirby Dach.
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