Arber Xhekaj
Arber Xhekaj is a rising star in professional ice hockey, known for his physical play and defensive capabilities. Born on June 5, 2001, in Hamilton, Ontario, Xhekaj was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2021 NHL Draft. He has quickly established himself as a key player for the Canadiens, bringing a combination of toughness and skill to the blue line. His ability to defend against opposing forwards and contribute to the team’s overall physicality has made him a fan favorite. As he continues to develop, Xhekaj is poised to play a significant role in the Canadiens' future.
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Recent news mentions
Arber Xhekaj enjoyed watching his younger brother Florian in his NHL debut.
Berube calls Leafs’ performance ‘inexcusable’ in loss to Canadiens
Canada· 2025-11-23
Montreal defenceman Arber Xhekaj was fined for unsportsmanlike conduct during warm-ups.
NHL fines Canadiens, Capitals for unsportsmanlike conduct during Game 4 warm-upsCanada· 2025-04-28
Arber Xhekaj is a tough guy that might be inserted into the lineup.
The start of the NHL playoffs has been hard-hitting, with just about everyone getting physicalCanada· 2025-04-23
Arber Xhekaj expressed the rivalry sentiment between Montreal and Ottawa.
Playing through injury, Anderson inspires Canadiens to comeback win over SenatorsCanada· 2025-03-19
