A concrete trade proposal surfaces involving Arber Xhekaj

Why do NHL journalists so often talk about a possible trade involving Xhekaj?

Firstly, because Kent Hughes has clearly mentioned that he is ready to trade a young defenseman to acquire significant reinforcements in attack (without necessarily specifically mentioning Xhekaj), and secondly, because the Sheriff is in very high demand in the NHL.

The process is not too complicated.

There are general managers and agents who pass messages to journalists, who then publicly disclose this information.

When it comes to Xhekaj, David Pagnotta insists that Kent Hughes does not want to trade him unless he receives an offer he can't refuse.

Just last week, another team called Kent Hughes to acquire Arber Xhekaj, so there are clearly discussions happening over the phone.

According to very reliable sources, the Calgary Flames are indeed on a mission to add Xhekaj to their roster, and they currently hold the 9th overall pick in the upcoming draft.

We're talking about a pick that could allow the Habs to get their hands on Tij Iginla or Beckett Sennecke.

I want to be clear. I don't want to trade Arber Xhekaj, but I do find the following question relevant.

Imagine the Canadiens draft Cayden Lindstrom or Ivan Demidov with the 5th overall pick.

When it comes to the 9th overall pick, young Tij Iginla is still available, and the Calgary Flames call to offer you this 9th pick, 1 for 1, for Arber Xhekaj... What is your answer?

Would you trade Xhekaj for Tij Iginla? Would you trade him for the 9th overall pick?