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**Xhekaj's future in Montreal could reshape Ottawa's division landscape.** • **Canadiens** are weighing Arber Xhekaj's role as he pushes for a bigger contract • **Xhekaj** brings the physical edge Montreal has leaned on but his fit long-term is uncertain • **Senators** stand to benefit if Montreal's blue line situation creates instability in the division • **Ottawa** faces a Habs squad potentially in flux heading into the stretch run • **Montreal** must decide: commit to Xhekaj or risk losing a key deterrent on the back end **Watch whether Xhekaj's next contract demand forces Montreal's hand before the trade deadline.** The lineup's set. Drop in.