Montreal Canadiens Xhekaj and Bolduc contract saga

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

• [● 2 SOURCES] Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc remain without new contracts ahead of the Montreal Canadiens training camp. www.habsolumentfan.com · thehockeywriters.com
• [● 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
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Captain Nick Suzuki described Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc as essential pieces for the team. www.habsolumentfan.com
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Neither Xhekaj nor Bolduc opted for salary arbitration, which has slowed the pace of negotiations. www.habsolumentfan.com
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The new NHL collective bargaining agreement enters into effect on September 16. www.habsolumentfan.com
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Under the new CBA, maximum contract duration with a current team will decrease from eight to seven years. www.habsolumentfan.com
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Signing bonuses under the new CBA will be capped at 60 percent of the total contract value. www.habsolumentfan.com
• [○ 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. dose.ca

Timeline

1. 12 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Montreal Canadiens re-sign Arber Xhekaj to one-year deal

   The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season, while Josh Anderson indicated that contract negotiations could begin soon.

2. 24 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Arber Xhekaj contract negotiations continue with Montreal Canadiens

   Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj remains without a contract heading into training camp, amid speculation of a potential trade due to depth on the team's blue line.

3. 26 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Zachary Bolduc nears contract extension with Montreal Canadiens

   The Montreal Canadiens are nearing a contract extension with forward Zachary Bolduc, who is reportedly seeking guarantees regarding his offensive role and ice time.

4. 28 days ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Montreal Canadiens players Xhekaj and Bolduc remain without contracts

   Montreal Canadiens players Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc have yet to sign new contracts ahead of training camp, despite captain Nick Suzuki's optimism regarding their importance to the team.

5. about 1 month ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Arber Xhekaj remains unsigned as Montreal Canadiens contract talks continue

   Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj remains unsigned as a restricted free agent, leading to speculation regarding potential sign-and-trade deals or a move to a team offering more responsibility.

6. about 2 months ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Montreal Canadiens weigh contracts for Zachary Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj

   The Canadiens' GM Kent Hughes is evaluating contract offers for forward Zachary Bolduc and defenseman Arber Xhekaj as free agency looms, with Bolduc’s market compared to a recent $4.25 M AAV deal for San Jose’s

7. about 2 months ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Arber Xhekaj's Contract Future with Montreal Canadiens Uncertain

   Arber Xhekaj, a restricted free agent, is at a crossroads as the Canadiens consider re‑signing him or trading him, with interest from the Calgary Flames and Philadelphia Flyers.

8. about 2 months ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Montreal Canadiens Hold Firm on Arber Xhekaj Contract

   Montreal Canadiens keep Arber Xhekaj under contract talks, with his agent noting GM Kent Hughes is “tough” and no deal imminent.

9. 2 months ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Montreal Canadiens weigh options for RFA defenseman Arber Xhekaj

   Arber Xhekaj, the Canadiens' restricted free agent, remains unsigned as Montreal cites fit issues; trade interest from the Flyers and Flames persists, with a potential swap for Rasmus Ristolainen discussed.

10. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Montreal Canadiens target defensemen as trade talks swirl

    Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes faces trade chatter, with Finnish defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen and other players like Leo Carlsson and Shane Wright mentioned as possible targets.

Sources

ca.sports.yahoo.com · dailyfaceoff.com · dose.ca · habsolumentfan.com · heavy.com · hindi.sportskeeda.com · nhlrumors.com · nhltraderumors.me · sportskeeda.com · sportsnaut.com · theathletic.com · thehockeywriters.com