Hold Xhekaj, Not Trade Him | Montreal Canadiens News

Arber Xhekaj’s future with the Canadiens isn’t about trading him cheaply—it’s about betting on his growth. A two-year bridge deal around $1.5M/year lets Montreal monitor his development without long-term commitment, while giving Xhekaj a shot to prove himself before hitting unrestricted free agency. If he plays 70 games, brings physicality, and avoids penalties, his trade value skyrockets. Why sell low now when you can wait for a bigger return if he becomes a reliable NHL defenseman? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bc929ea4e5c8b1c1