Arber Xhekaj Scratched by Canadiens, Engstrom Enters Lineup

Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj, 24, will be a healthy scratch for the Dec. 11 matchup against the Penguins, with Adam Engstrom entering the lineup. This season, Xhekaj has recorded one assist, 21 blocks, 57 hits, 55 PIM, and a minus-7 rating in 27 games. Last season, he posted one goal, six points, 118 PIM, and 180 hits in 70 games for Montreal.