Laraque voiced his opinion on social media, addressing Montreal Canadiens fans who doubt defenseman Arber Xhekaj's contributions to the team. Laraque argued that Xhekaj's value became evident in a recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, where Xhekaj's presence seemed to unsettle Leafs enforcer Ryan Reaves.
Laraque's remarks seemed to imply criticism towards Reaves, suggesting that he failed to assert himself as a threat for the Maple Leafs. Laraque further emphasized that Reaves should have sought a rematch during the same game if he felt challenged by Xhekaj.
While Laraque emphasized Xhekaj's confidence, his comments also hinted at the possibility of a rematch between Xhekaj and Reaves, a scenario that would likely intrigue fans from both teams.
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