In the loss against the Washington Capitals, there was a desire for Arber Xhekaj to demonstrate that he deserves his place in the lineup. The fact that Jordan Harris is injured should serve as an opportunity for him to no longer sit in the stands.
The colossal defenseman has come a long way, notably scoring a goal with a thunderous shot. His game was not perfect, but overall, he did not give Martin St-Louis any reason to take him out.
As for his goal, his cannonball was recorded at 102.2 mph, which is the new hardest shot of the season by a Canadiens player.
We know there is good hockey in Xhekaj, and he is not just an enforcer. He has undeniable offensive qualities, a powerful shot, and good vision of the game.
