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Originally Posted by SeanCharles
Bennett has been engaged in every game he plays in. He is struggling not because of a lack of trying or heart or focus. His troubles are something that are difficult to pinpoint - I know many like to say it's cause he has all the tools but no toolbox but I'm not so sure.
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I’ve been saying this since last season, Bennett needs to develop an nhl shot. He has the heart and courage to get to the scoring areas but he has a muffin of a shot. He is no threat to score even when he gets to the danger areas. I don’t doubt that he works hard in the off season but I don’t think he’s working particularly smart. He needs to know what his weakness is, which is his shot (both velocity and release). When you see a 160 lbs Petterson shoot, you realize that the shot is not about size or strength but rather a skill, something that can be developed.
Crosby recognized his weak shot a few years ago and dedicated a whole summer to working on it. He came back the next year and scored 50 goals and is now a threat to score from anywhere. It looks like Bennett and the Flames (not sure why they have skills and player development coaches if they can’t identify this problem) still haven’t notice.
Low shooting percentage isn’t just about luck. Good shooters should score at a higher percentage. Low shooting percentage is most likely a reflection of a poor shooter.