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.
After a solid junior season in 2021-22, Montreal invited him to camp, fulfilling his desire to play for his favorite team.
