According to the dobber hockey website, the reason Bennett does not get ice time with gaudreau is because he doesn't produce with him. I am barely literate but if I am reading this correctly His points pace declined significantly when he was taken off of versteegs line and placed with gaudreau.
His offensive zone starts we're marginally improved compared to last year but his points per 60 declined. Backlund effect? Probably. It matches the eye test though.
Bennett doesn't play offensively like a top 6 centre in my opinion. Does not distribute the puck effectively in all areas of the ice.
Can't say he is not being out into a position to succeed when he hasn't shown himself to be a consistent offensive threat when given opportunities.
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