Arber Xhekaj — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Arber Xhekaj is an NHL defenseman for the Montréal Canadiens.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Arber Xhekaj has 2 points (0 goals, 2 assists) in 14 games, a 12-point pace over 84 games. He is 19th on the Montréal Canadiens in scoring. Both came at even strength. He is averaging 12:00 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Arber Xhekaj, an undrafted defenseman in his prime, plays a physical, hitting game, typically deployed in third-pair or depth minutes. His overall impact is limited, primarily defined by his willingness to engage opponents and deliver checks.
However, Xhekaj often takes penalties, which can put his team at a disadvantage. He rarely blocks shots and contributes little offense, focusing almost exclusively on his defensive zone presence and physicality.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Montréal Canadiens |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 240 lb |
| Born | January 30, 2001 (age 25) in Hamilton, Canada |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -1 | 25 | 9 | 0.0% | 12:00 | 51.2% | 0.5 | 0.2 | -0.8 | -0.14 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.3 | -0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 9 | 0.0% | 1 | 1 | 0.14 | 0.5 | -0.15 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -0.8 |
| 2025-26 | 65 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -3.0 |
| 2024-25 | 70 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -4.0 |
| 2023-24 | 44 | 3 | 7 | 10 | -1.1 |
| 2022-23 | 51 | 5 | 8 | 13 | -0.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Arber Xhekaj has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.3 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at -0.8 in 2026-27.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arber Xhekaj's GAR this season?
Arber Xhekaj has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Arber Xhekaj's WAR this season?
Arber Xhekaj has been worth about -0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Arber Xhekaj have this season?
Arber Xhekaj has 0 goals and 2 assists for 2 points in 14 games this season.
Is Arber Xhekaj a good defenseman?
Arber Xhekaj ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.8) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Arber Xhekaj's career GAR?
Across 5 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Arber Xhekaj has accumulated -9.8 career GAR and 35 points.
How tall is Arber Xhekaj, and how much does he weigh?
Arber Xhekaj is 6'4" tall and weighs 240 lb. Born January 30, 2001 (age 25) in Hamilton, Canada.
How does Arber Xhekaj score across situations in 2026-27?
Arber Xhekaj has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Arber Xhekaj's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Arber Xhekaj has scored on 0.0% of 9 shots in 2026-27.