The Montreal Canadiens have made a significant roster move by recalling forward Florian Xhekaj from the Laval Rocket of the American Hockey League (AHL). This decision was publicly announced on Friday.
Florian Xhekaj’s Call-Up
This marks Xhekaj’s debut in the National Hockey League (NHL) at the age of 21. During his tenure with the Laval Rocket this season, he has participated in 16 games, accumulating two goals and two assists. Additionally, he has recorded 44 penalty minutes.
Previous Performance
- Season with Laval Rocket: 16 games
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 2
- Penalty Minutes: 44
- Last season’s AHL stats: 69 games, 24 goals, 35 points
Florian Xhekaj is also known as the younger brother of Canadiens’ defenseman Arber Xhekaj. As the team navigates a challenging stretch, they are currently on a five-game winless streak, placing them sixth in the Atlantic Division.
Joshua Roy’s Status
In conjunction with Xhekaj’s promotion, Joshua Roy will remain with the Canadiens, continuing to contribute to the team’s efforts as they seek to improve their performance on the ice.
Current Team Standing
- Recent streak: Five-game winless streak
- Current division position: Sixth in Atlantic Division
These roster adjustments reflect the Canadiens’ ongoing strategy to strengthen the lineup amid difficulties in their season. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how Xhekaj adapts to the NHL level.
