Montreal Canadiens sign defenseman Arber Xhekaj to one-year extension
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Montreal Canadiens have officially signed restricted free agent defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract extension for the 2026-27 NHL season. The announcement resolves speculation surrounding Xhekaj's future with the team, confirming his commitment to Montreal. Xhekaj's agent emphasized the player's desire to stay in the city and contribute positively to the team, despite a competitive defense roster. With training camp approaching, both sides seem optimistic about the arrangement.
- •Xhekaj signs a one-year contract extension with Montreal Canadiens.
- •He expressed a strong desire to remain with the team.
- •His agent highlighted the competitive nature of the Canadiens' defense.
- •Xhekaj has accumulated 33 points in 230 NHL games.
- •Training camp is on the horizon as both parties move forward.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Canadiens: The Big Question With The Xhekaj Contract
- 12:21 AMYahoo Sports — Canadiens Announce Fate Of RFA Defenseman Arber Xhekaj
"While the Montreal Canadiens re-signed several of their players during the offseason, one question mark remained with regard to the status of restricted free agent defenseman Arber Xhekaj.Those questions have officially been put to rest, as the club has announced that he’s been signed to a one-year contract extension for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL campaign.The […] The post Canadiens Announce Fate Of RFA Defenseman Arber Xhekaj appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Montreal Canadiens and Arber Xhekaj have finally reached an agreement, but it's a bit of a puzzling one.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 11:00 AMCanadiens: The Big Question With The Xhekaj Contract
The Montreal Canadiens and Arber Xhekaj have finally reached an agreement, but it's a bit of a puzzling one.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:21 AMCanadiens Announce Fate Of RFA Defenseman Arber Xhekaj
While the Montreal Canadiens re-signed several of their players during the offseason, one question mark remained with regard to the status of restricted free agent defenseman Arber Xhekaj.Those questions have officially been put to rest, as the club has announced that he’s been signed to a one-year contract extension for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL campaign.The […] The post Canadiens Announce Fate Of RFA Defenseman Arber Xhekaj appeared first on HEAVY.
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