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Originally Posted by GoJetsGo
Bennett is listed as 186lbs at 20 years old on the Flames official website.
Tkachuk has been listed at 205lbs just after being drafted.
I wouldn't be calling Ripleys. That's a substantial difference in size at that age.
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While it's true Bennett plays a fairly nasty game and gets away with it while not being very big, I believe Tkachuk's game is up a level on the physical play. He may not be ready to take on more mature NHL power forwards yet. I'd guess his chances of making the team for a full season at about 50/50 and his main competition for a spot may be Shinkaruk. I'll be happy with either one making a strong contribution.