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Originally Posted by smiggy77
Once again, same argument as Backlund from years ago.
Bennett was always ranked high on every scouts list and was going at that position, so it's a moot point to question our scouts on that decision in hindsight.
He can keep up with the speed and athleticism in the NHL, which is tough to do. Yes, his IQ doesn't seem as high and he isn't as physically immanent as he was in junior, but he is an NHL'er. Claiming he is not an NHL'er is like saying you'd rather have Glass, Stajan, or Stewart in the lineup before Bennett, which is an absolute joke. If Bennett fell off the wagon and gave up on hockey and can't even crack a lineup, then he's a bust, otherwise, he's simply not living up to expectations.
The fact that people can't grasp that players develop differently is so ridiculous.
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Sure, but the point stands. Whiffing on your #4 overall pick - if it turns out to be such - is a major setback for the Flames and this group as a contender.
And there is LOTS of reasons besides Bennett to question the Flames scouting department. We are one of the worst at it. So if Bennett is a bust, no real surprise.
