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Originally Posted by The Boy Wonder
I think it’s more that ferland’s ceiling over his entire career is likely lower than Bennett’s. Now I might get killed on here for saying this but Bennett’s pedigree, draft position and skills all point to a guy who likely tops out much better as a player than ferkland. I think we are seeing ferkland playing at 85-90% of his potential this season, whereas Bennett still looks like he’s got a lot more roomto grow. The frustration stems from the coaching staff not giving him as big a chance or enough minutes of ice time to truly realize that potential.
Time will tell I suppose.
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I have extremely high hopes for Bennett. He needs to be more consistent in his
growth, though.
His confidence will come from doing the little things right on a consistent basis. He is primarily responsible for building those confidence blocks, not the coach blowing smoke up his ass when undeserved. Discipline, details and mental strength need to be better if Sam wants to become a core player.
See Tkachuk Gaudreau and Monahan.
All of them are big time line drivers
Sam has cost the team more losses than he has been a cog in winning this season. Discipline, poor decisions etc.
The NHL is not primarily or secondarily a development league. It is a stand up, sit down or get out of the way league.
Players and coaches get paid big money for performing to expectations and winning. Period.
Time to step up and make a statement consistently . No matter who your line mates are. Be a driver.
You were a 4th overall pick. Time to show it.