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The Laval Rocket were in action last night at Place Bell, as Pascal Vincent’s team hosted the Toronto Marlies. As usual, when these two rival teams face off, we’re treated to an excellent show with plenty of sparks and flames.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 6

Florian Xhekaj: a tremendous performance in his first game back in Laval

With so many mid- and long-term injuries to the Montreal Canadiens, a few Laval Rocket players were given the chance to demonstrate their NHL skills. Among

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 4

Canadiens reassign Adam Engstrom and Florian Xhekaj to AHL

Following last night’s victory over Winnipeg, the Canadiens announced a pair of roster moves. The team has assigned defenseman Adam Engstrom and winger Florian Xhekaj to AHL Laval.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 4

The Canadiens sell Florian Xhekaj and Adam Engström to the Rocket

In recent days, the Canadiens have had quite a few skaters with the big club. The club had 13 healthy forwards and seven healthy defensemen, which isn’t typical for the Habs.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 3

Don’t expect Florian Xhekaj to play tonight

Last night, Martin St-Louis benched a few players during the game against the Sens. We’re talking about players who couldn’t hold their own defensively.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 29

It’s going to take more than Florian Xhekaj and Alexandre Texier to beat the powerhouses

The Canadiens lost today 7-2 to the Avalanche, who wore retro Nordiques jerseys for the occasion. However, despite the score gap, the Habs didn’t necessarily play badly as the team started the game well and earned several scoring chances.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 27

Florian Xhekaj Bringing Much Needed Energy To Habs

It may only be 2 games into his NHL career, but Florian Xhekaj is proving to be exactly what the Montreal Canadiens need as a gritty energy guy. The younger Xhekaj seems to give everyone a jolt of energy on his line when he’s out there.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 26

Florian Xhekaj: the Panthers really wanted to draft him (and the Habs knew it)

In the 2023 draft, the Habs selected Florian Xhekaj 101st overall. The Habs reunited the two brothers… who both played with the big club last Saturday.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 26

Florian Xhekaj: Pierre Dorion wanted him at any price with the Senators

On Saturday night, Florian Xhekaj played his first NHL game. Arber’s little brother took the opportunity to collect his first point (an assist) and to fight his first career battle in the Bettman circuit.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 25

Two big messages for Arber Xhekaj (who must understand them)

It’s been a tough few weeks for the Canadiens. We know. With the trade market fairly dead, Kent Hughes has turned to the Alexandre Texier situation to add some elbow grease to his group.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 23

Florian Xhekaj takes inspiration from Tom Wilson: he’ll need it with Alexandre Texier around

When Florian Xhekaj says he wants to model his style on Tom Wilson’s, it’s not a phrase thrown around lightly. It’s a direction, almost a personal and professional commitment.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 23

Florian Xhekaj’s presence facilitates Adam Engstrom’s arrival in Montreal

The Canadiens won yesterday’s game against the Leafs. And let’s face it: it was a good win. What’s next for the Habs? A practice session tomorrow in Brossard, followed by a trip to Utah.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 23

Florian Xhekaj: the potential for a more successful NHL career than Arber Xhekaj

Aside from the fact that the Canadiens de Montréal put a brilliant end to their five-game losing streak, what’s on everyone’s lips this morning is the name of Florian Xhekaj.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 23

Florian Xhekaj: a worried mother, a lost medallion and a war wound

The Canadiens de Montréal finally got back on the winning track after five consecutive defeats with a 5-2 victory over their arch-rivals, the Toronto Maple Leafs, last night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 22

Practice: Jake Evans to play tonight with Florian Xhekaj

The Canadiens de Montréal held practice this morning at the Bell Centre in preparation for tonight’s showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The practice was even more closely watched this time around, as we wanted to see if Jake Evans, who missed the last game due to a Tom Wilson check, would be present.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 21

Habs Call Up Florian Xhekaj Amid Injury Concerns

The Montreal Canadiens announced on Friday afternoon that they are calling up forward Florian Xhekaj. With this news, it means that the younger Xhekaj

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 21