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Montreal Canadiens re-sign Arber Xhekaj to one-year deal
The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract extension for the 2026-27 NHL season. The deal, announced by general manager Kent Hughes, features a $1.5 million cap hit.
Xhekaj, a 25-year-old known for his physical style of play, has recorded 33 points in 230 regular-season games with the franchise. His agent, Brian Bartlett, noted that the player has a strong desire to remain in Montreal.
In related roster news, assistant captain Josh Anderson has expressed interest in staying with the team. Anderson, whose current contract expires at the end of the 2026-27 season, suggested that negotiations for a new deal could begin in the near future.
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Arber Xhekaj · Josh Anderson · Kent Hughes · Montreal Canadiens
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The contract for Arber Xhekaj carries a cap hit of $1.5 million for the 2026-27 season. www.dailyfaceoff.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Josh Anderson indicated that negotiations for a new contract could begin soon.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Montreal Canadiens re-signed defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract extension for the 2026-27 season. www.dailyfaceoff.com · heavy.com