As far as the Bennett saga goes, I am heartened by the progress MacKinnon made this year in Colorado. He has been a real force for that team. Perhaps the leading Hart candidate. Much of it came after Duchene was traded away. Sometimes it can’t be explained. A player takes the next step when he’s ready.
Also, I’m not comparing the two, skill-wise, I’m just saying that it wouldn’t be a huge surprise if Sam still took the next step and became an important player for the Flames. It ain’t over yet!
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