Proposal: MTL-PIT

[Boss Man Hughes]

My post said he was a bottom pair tough guy, so I don't know why you're disagreeing with me.

We agree on what he is, which is why I said I can see why he'd have appeal around the league. My point was that Mike Sullivan hates those fighter types, so Xhekaj would be in Sullivan's doghouse super fast. Same exact thing happened with Oleksiak when he played for the Penguins.

Because he is more than that. He has a great shot and is capable of putting up points.

 

[Empoleon8771]

Because he is more than that. He has a great shot and is capable of putting up points.

He has 28 career points.

 

[Beendair Donedat]

He has 28 career points.

Right. And he’s capable of putting up more, he has a booming shot that he doesn’t get to use much because he no longer gets any secondary powerplay time in Montreal.

But if he was used in that role, he has Sheldon Souray-esque vibes shot wise. Put him on his off wing and let him tee off and he would put up much higher numbers.

Xhekaj’s an integral part of our team, and his contributions aren’t measured in points. He keeps the opposition honest. The Habs don’t get pushed around anymore. He hits hard and punishes guys in front of the net, and he’s one of the top heavyweights in the league, all while playing 15-20 minutes a night. His teammates love him and he’s a leader. The Habs won’t be dealing him, he means too much to the team.