Arber Xhekaj, a young defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, quickly made a name for himself with his physical and intimidating style of play.
Despite not being drafted, he capitalized on the opportunity presented at training camp to earn a spot in the Montreal lineup.
With his impressive size and fearless attitude, Xhekaj uses his body to protect his zone and defend his teammates, which has impressed both the management and the fans.
In addition to his toughness, he has shown the ability to remain composed in tense situations, as well as offensive potential with a strong shot from the blue line and precise passing under pressure.
