Montreal Canadiens lock in defenseman Arber Xhekaj for one more year, ending speculation as he embraces life in the city and the team’s defensive depth. Undrafted but relentless, Xhekaj’s physical game and 33-point season (10G, 23A) with over 400 career penalty minutes make him a key piece — and the Canadiens’ blue line just got a little tougher to crack.

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Montreal Canadiens lock down young star Alex Newhook with a four-year, $22.2M deal — a bold move signaling long-term faith in the 25-year-old forward, who’s already racked up 25 points in 42 games and brings elite two-way value after his trade from Colorado.

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Alex Newhook, Colorado’s 2022 Cup hero, is locking in his future with Montreal on a four-year, $22.2M extension that keeps him through the 2031 season. Acquired in 2023 for picks and a defenseman, he struggled to find his footing early but exploded in the playoffs last spring, leading the Canadiens in goals en route to the Eastern Conference Final. Though injuries and inconsistent production marred his early years, flashes of elite offensive talent — including a career-high 34 points — prove he’s still got it. Now, as Montreal rebuilds around its young core, Newhook is poised to become a cornerstone of their long-term plan.

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