The Canadiens are having issues defensively in their very own zone this season.
Do they want one other massive, bodily Shea Weber-type of defenceman with a little bit of a imply streak to filter out the entrance of the online and put some concern in opposing forwards?
That’s the query answered on this Hockey Inside/Out Present bonus episode as The Gazette’s Stu Cowan is joined by former Canadiens teammates and 1986 Stanley Cup champions Chris Nilan and Rick Inexperienced.
The panel additionally wonders if Arber Xhekaj — a big, bodily defenceman — has a future with the crew since he’s typically made a wholesome scratch by head coach Martin St. Louis.
Would the Canadiens consider buying and selling Xhekaj or would one other crew — just like the Ottawa Senators — possibly give him a suggestion sheet?
The 24-year-old Xhekaj — who’s 6-foot-4 and 240 kilos — can turn out to be a restricted free agent subsequent summer season.
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