Xhekaj, 23, is the Habs' toughest player. Whenever he's not in the lineup, his absence is felt.
Over the weekend, in a game against the Maple Leafs, Michael Pezzetta had to fight Ryan Reaves when the enforcer wanted to drop the gloves. If he had been there, Xhekaj would probably have been the one to do it.
The next day, the Habs were facing the New York Rangers and Matt Rempe in what was a long-awaited game for Canadiens fans. Xhekaj and Rempe could have given fans one of the best fights of the year, but they'll have to wait until next season.
