MONTREAL — November 22 was a night packed with emotion for the Xhekaj family.

There was nervous energy — Florian admitted before stepping onto NHL ice for the very first time.

There was overwhelming pride — Arber felt every bit of it watching his younger brother take those first strides in the League.

There was fear — visible in Simona’s eyes as she watched her son drop the gloves in his debut, something every hockey mom dreads.

And there was pure adrenaline — radiating off their father, Jack, who couldn’t hide his excitement for exactly that moment.

But for Mom and Dad, the news of Florian’s debut started with something else entirely: concern.

“Florian called me around 1 o’clock. My phone started ringing, but he usually naps at that time. So, I picked up the phone, and I was very ne

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