Montreal Canadiens fans received unfortunate news about their beloved enforcer, Arber Xhekaj, following an injury during a recent game, which has led to his time on the sidelines.
Arber Xhekaj Sidelined: Canadiens Call Up Joel Armia
While the exact duration of Xhekaj's injury remains uncertain, the fact that he's been placed on injured reserve is a concerning development. The Canadiens, who recently brought up defensemen Jayden Struble and Mattias Norlinder, have now added Joel Armia to their roster.
The team officially stated,
"The Canadiens have recalled forward Joel Armia from the Laval Rocket. He will join the team in Los Angeles on Friday. The team has also placed defenseman Arber Xhekaj on the injured list retroactively to his last game."
As fans eagerly await Xhekaj's return, they hope he can continue to build on his inspiring underdog story. The latest update leaves HabsFanatics reporting a major setback for Xhekaj, with the Canadiens making adjustments to their lineup in response.