Yesterday, Martin St-Louis answered in a very raw way and just a few questions from the media at the press conference after training.
He openly offered a response to criticism of him, which was supported by two of his playersbut he also took the time to send a very clear criticism/message to his defender, Arber Xhekaj.
Of course, Martin St-Louis was not shy about the number 72, and everyone noticed this.
We can clearly see that St-Louis has reached the point where he leaves much less rope and slack to Xhekaj than to the others, because this is the first time we have seen him speak so harshly about player.
MSL almost went full Torts on Xhekaj but people on this app will assure you that it is treated the same way as the others 😂 https://t.co/zepmSkaTn3
— HFTV (@HFTVSports) October 25, 2024
And when you think about it, even though almost every Habs fan, I love Arber Xhekaj, St. Louis is right, the defender has to be better.
The sheriff does not have a good start to the season, and it appears in every game, and even in every event.
It is not for nothing that he lost a seat at the expense of Logan Mailloux, who was recently recalled from the Laval Rocket.
Xhekaj is no longer a shadow of the menacing player he was when he arrived in the NHL two years ago, and that is really working against him now with the big competition inside.
Just like Martin St-Louis, we all know that Xhekaj can give a lot more, so it is up to him to stand up if he wants to be the mediciner again in the top of the CH defense.
After such criticism from his coach yesterday, Xhekaj will have to respond and play some really good hockey tonight against the Saint-Louis Blues at the Bell Center.
The important thing is that Xhekaj gets back to what worked for him when he first came to the NHL, and what made him popular.
And here, understand me well, I don’t want Xhekaj to fight, but to play simple and effective hockey.
When he arrived at the CH, Xhekaj became popular for his tackles, yes, sure, but also for his physical play in general, his defensive strength and his shots and shots a threat
In addition, Xhekaj was even first among CH defenders in terms of shooting percentage, in a team that is struggling at this level.
You have a ton of defensemen who were drafted higher, make more money, and perform worse.
Why focus on the one who does well in his limited role?
— Marc Dumont (@MarcPDumont) October 25, 2024
In short, we know that Xhekaj is confused in his head and not very confident, but he is able to overcome all that and get back into the good graces of his coach.
Xhekaj is not the favorite of MSL, and he never was, but also, the sheriff needs to find his good habits and his strong and effective game.
His mere presence in the lineup should shine through and help the team win.
In Burst
– One last game before the playoffs!
The last dance before the playoffs. This is the curtain call for this regular season 🎭
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— Y – Montreal Alouettes (@MTLAlouettes) October 26, 2024
– Good point.
“Canada is trying to build four lines that play the same way with different talents. » – Tony Marinaro
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– To be continued.
NHL Rumor: Utah and Columbus Close to Trade? https://t.co/O2Ti6Cz7HB
— Toutsurlehockey.com (@Toutsurlehockey) October 26, 2024
– Personnel transfer on the Rangers side.
UPDATE: Jake Leschyshyn has been recalled from the Hartford Wolf pack.
— NY Rangers PR (@NYR_PR) October 26, 2024
– Of course.
The club’s defensive play forced the Yankees to surrender in the 10th inning. https://t.co/OfMdcEDbTE
– Passion MLB (@passion_mlb) October 26, 2024
– Bravo!
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2024-10-26 15:06:00
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