Kirby Dach and Arber Xhekaj Spark Viral Moment That Canadiens Fans Can't Stop Sharing

I have to admit... I went to bed after the first period, it was getting late.

But this morning, I took the time to rewatch the full game, and honestly, Kirby Dach really impressed me!

Of course, the line of Slaf, Caufield, and Suzuki was incredible, especially with Cole making franchise history!

But I really want to talk about Dach!

The young Canadiens center not only contributed offensively with an assist but also delivered a physically intense game.

His involvement led to a sequence that's generating a lot of buzz today.

In the third period, Dach delivered a solid body check along the boards.

It was a hit that might have been borderline, but legal according to many.

A few seconds later, a full-on scrum broke out.

The Kraken players literally rushed at him, furious over the sequence, as seen in the full video shared by B/R Open Ice.

This intensity reminds me just how much Dach can bring a different dimension to the Canadiens' game.

He doesn't just create plays or show up in the offensive zone - he genuinely gets under opponents' skin. I love seeing him use his size.

His game stats speak for themselves: one assist and three hits!

What I especially liked was seeing his teammates' reaction after the hit.

Arber Xhekaj, true to himself, didn't hesitate for a second to step in and defend his teammate. In my opinion, it's that kind of attitude that strengthens a team and shows they're ready to fight together, no matter the situation.

Let's remember that Martin St-Louis put him back in the lineup after benching him against the Canucks. Arber brings a different dynamic to the squad and is always there to help.

Dach is proving he can be a strong player on the ice - capable of producing, hitting, and agitating.

If he keeps this up, I truly believe he could become one of the Canadiens' most important players by the end of the season.