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Originally Posted by dieHARDflameZ
Again I didn’t say I agree with the move but I understand the logic. And let’s not pretend Bennett hasn’t had the opportunity to show his stuff. He’s been wildly consistent. The talent is there but he’s incredibly streaky, it’s 100% mental with him.
He’s 21 years old, there’s lots of time.
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Bennett performs when playing with linemates better than him to play with, which is a pretty consistent experience for young developing players. It helps them develop. He's performed well when given the chance with Monahan and Johnny in these last 2 games...so to just knock him back down to the 3rd line, that's hardly a fair shake.
Gully's got his vision though, and he's the head coach so he'll do as he pleases. He's just done an incredible number of idiotic things this season, and this looks poised to be another one of those. Bennett earned the right to stay on the 1st line.
So many people on here have said Bennett hadn't earned the right to play with good linemates, it's a constant point people bring up when talking about why Bennett doesn't get favourable linemates.
Well, enjoy Chris Stewart. He earned his waiver wire status, and now he's Calgary Flames RW #1.