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Originally Posted by TOfan
Debatable.
At this point I'm not convinced Bennett is better than, or even equal to, Jankowski, Ryan or Frolik no matter how you cut it. It would not be shocking to see Czarnik Dube and/or mangipane pass him on the depth chart before long either. Clocks ticking for Sam.
Untill Bennett shows he is able to play at a level that would actually indicate he is a third line winger, let alone a top 6, I don't much reason for optimism here. It's 'show us' time.
For context, Anthony Duclaire has scored as many points as Bennett in 28 fewer games. I know there is more to the story than counting stats, but it is telling. The Flames have been more than patient with Bennett. Wouldn't be hard to dig up more comparisons that are not flattering to the player.
If Sam can't take a meaningful step forward by the deadline, I would deal him for a second. I hope it doesn't come to this, I am a Bennett fan but, obviously, losing faith.
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Would you trade Jankowski for a 2nd?
Bennett is younger and has more upside. Yet, just because he was a high pick and people are disappointed that he hasn't (yet) become what they hoped, people want to dump him.
I just don't get it.