Former enforcer Georges Laraque calls out Ryan Reaves
Georges Laraque recently took to social media to address a segment of Montreal Canadiens fans questioning defenseman Arber Xhekaj's contribution to the lineup.
Laraque defended Xhekaj's value, highlighting his performance in a recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
However, Laraque's praise for Xhekaj came with a subtle critique of the Maple Leafs' enforcer, Ryan Reaves.
In his social media post, Laraque hinted that Reaves was ineffective in the previous matchup when Xhekaj played, suggesting that his absence allowed Reaves to be more noticeable in their recent game.
Laraque's comments, although not directly aimed at Reaves, hinted at his disappointment in the Maple Leafs' enforcer's performance.
Go watch the previous match between the 2 teams when Xhekaj played, Reaves was invisible, and yesterday he was driving everyone crazy! While the cat's away the mice will play!!!
Furthermore, Laraque doubled down on his criticism of Reaves, suggesting that Reaves failed to establish himself as a formidable presence for the Maple Leafs.
Laraque implied that Reaves should have sought a rematch with Xhekaj during their recent game, especially considering the significance of the matchup and Reaves' reputation as a tough competitor.
You're supposed to be the #1 heavyweight in the NHL, when a guy makes you look bad in a fight, because Xhekaj did made him look bad, you go again, not the next game, the same game. Xhekaj has nothing to prove!
While Laraque acknowledged Xhekaj's confidence, he subtly teased the idea of a rematch between Xhekaj and Reaves, implying that it would be an anticipated event for fans of both teams.
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Former NHL enforcer Georges Laraque calls out Ryan Reaves.
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