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Originally Posted by Bingo
Look at Sam Bennett's 5 on 5 production in each of his three seasons.
Todd Cordel on Sam Bennett 5 on 5
Suggests some bad puck luck for those looking for a reason to see Bennett get back on track this season.
It's one thing to be bad on your own, but at 5.66% that's pretty low by NHL standards for his own activity and that of the players on the ice with him at the time.
Same thing destroyed the Backlund line last year. |
I thought after bennett actually looked pretty good after being moved to the wing with jankowski/jagr. He clearly lacked finish, but was able to get chances generated, which is almost more important. I have no doubt that, given better linemates, and ideally potting some goals/points early in the season, he could definitely be a big breakout candidate.
I haven't given up hope yet, unlike a lot around here. He's got the skillset, just needs it to click. With the amount of talent depth injected into the line up, and as long as the new coaches give him ample opportunity, he should be in a better position to succeed.