I don't think Bennett has been a net positive contributor to this team yet. His production and smart defensive plays don't yet outweigh his invisible nights, untimely penalties and getting beat in line matchups at centre.
While he's skilled, and has shown ability to produce, he's been a weak link on the team on just as many nights as he's shown those things. This might not be as big of an issue if he were playing on the wing but because the Flames seem insistent at breeding him in the centre role, he takes a bit more responsibility on his shoulders. He'll get his bridge, but I think it remains cheap until he shows he can positively impact the roster on a regular basis. Let's hope he continues to progress.
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