Sam Bennett is considered by some scouting sources to have the least holes/weaknesses in his game of the top forwards. He's relentless in his play, is fast, physical, and is no doubt skilled as well. He can deeke like a magician (there are a few plays in his highlight package that clearly demonstrate this) and has a great wrister and can roof it on the backhand.
It's not just that he's an average sized player that plays physcial that makes him good in his junior league, it's that he's strong in just about all areas, and has a motor that doesn't quit. I'd personally be more worried about having a super skilled guy with no grit or drive in his game. You'll need that if you have any hope of translating the finesse side to the NHL. And Bennett's got that NHL type skillset. He'll be good.
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