A Montreal Canadiens player was seen watching his brother’s boxing match live on his phone while serving a penalty in a recent game. The unusual moment captured on video shows the player seated in the penalty box, engrossed in the fight unfolding on his device. The incident highlights the rare intersection of sports and personal passions, as the athlete balanced two high-stakes events simultaneously. Fans and analysts are likely discussing whether such distractions could impact performance or team dynamics.
Canadiens’ Arber Xhekaj watches brother Florian’s fight on phone mid-game in penalty box The New York Times