The Montreal Canadiens were among the highest fighting teams in 2023-24, and the number would be higher if Arber Xhekaj had played more than 44 games. The league is changing and getting away from physical play, but the Canadiens sat seventh in the NHL with 835 penalty minutes. The Florida Panthers proved you still need some physicality, as they led the league with 1,116 penalty minutes and won the Stanley Cup.
Who were top five in penalty minutes for the Montreal Canadiens in 2023-24?
The toughest guys on the Canadiens roster likely won't surprise you.
