Habs Daily: Canadiens Xhekaj Injured, Chychrun To Kings?

All the latest Habs news, recent Montreal Canadiens stories, as well as news and information from around the National Hockey League.

Habs News

• The Montreal Canadiens’ youngsters like Jordan Harris and Rafael Harvey-Pinard showed up big in their duel against the Edmonton Oilers, using their energy and relentless work ethic to outhustle their opponents to a decisive victory to cap off a successful Super Bowl weekend. [Jordan Harris]
• Arber Xhekaj may have bit off more than he can chew, getting into a fight with Edmonton Oilers defenceman Vincent Desharnais and then leaving the game in discomfort. [Arber Xhekaj]

National Hockey Now News

• NYI: Are the New York Islanders considering a coaching change as they slide out of the playoff picture? [New York Islanders]
• BOS: The Boston Bruins are reportedly still in the running for Arizona Coyotes defenceman, Jakob Chychrun. [Boston Bruins]
• PGH: Could Christian Dvorak be fit for the Pittsburgh Penguins down the middle? Dan Kingerski explores potential trade targets for the Penguins. [Pittsburgh Penguins]
• DET: Detroit Red Wings prospect Elmer Soderblom has always been big, but now he’s playing big in the AHL. [Detroit Red Wings]
• WSH: What will the NHL Trade Deadline look like for the slumping Washington Capitals? Will they be buyers or sellers? [Washington Capitals]
• VGK: The Vegas Golden Knights have the types of assets to keep pace with the NHL’s most aggressive buyers, but who are they targeting? [Vegas Golden Knights]
• COL: Jeff Carter finally gives his take on the hit that injured Colorado Avalanche defenceman Cale Makar. [Colorado Avalanche]
• SJS:  The San Jose Sharks and Edmonton Oilers are talking trade regarding Erik Karlsson, but can they make the money work? [San Jose Sharks]
• LAK: Are the L.A. Kings on the verge of making a big splash in acquiring coveted defenceman Jakov Chychrun? [L.A. Kings]