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Tuesday Habs Headlines: New Faces in Town

Florian Xhekaj’s first NHL game, Texier and Engström arrive, grading the first quarter of the season, and more in today’s links

Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Florian Xhekaj (63) skates a rookie lap during the warmup before the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre. | Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes

  • Florian Xhekaj made a mark in his first NHL game. [Montreal Gazette]
  • Alexandre Texier is excited for a new start in Montreal. [La Presse | TVA Sports]
  • Adam Engström has earned his look in the NHL. [Radio-Canada | La Presse]
  • Engström and Texier bring a lot of excitement and upside, but it remains to see where they’ll fit and how they’ll do. [Le Journal de Montreal]
  • Joshua Roy has been returned to Laval. [Le Journal de Montreal]
  • Grading the Habs after the first quarter. [Sportsnet]
  • Similar time of year, same opponent, honesty, and getting through the tough times together. [The Athletic]
  • Michael Hage looks forward to a future where he might play alongside Ivan Demidov. [TVA Sports]

Around the League and Elsewhere

  • Barry Trotz says he won’t fire Andrew Brunette. [NHL]
  • The Blue Jackets sign Brendan Smith. [TSN]
  • Brady Tkachuk could be back for the Senators. [NHL]

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