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Originally Posted by Flash Walken
Bennett got fourth line minutes last night.
I know that this bennett at centre thing has re-emerged as if it's something serious, but he played just 10 minutes last night in a game filled with penalties.
When he played 15 minutes the game before, the Flames lost. When he played less than 12 last night, the Flames won.
I don't think he's responsible for the loss in Colorado, I just think it's obvious that he is less effective playing more than 12 minutes a game, which is a necessity to play in the top 6.
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Bennett has looked good in both games ...
With ten powerplays in both and Bennett not playing special teams it's pretty hard for him and his line to find a groove.
Here is Sam Bennett's xGF% all of last year and the two games this year put into minute splits
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Min # xGF xGA xGF%
5 3 0.39 0.34 53.4%
7.5 15 5.56 4.76 53.9%
10 34 15.5 14.5 51.7%
12.5 15 8.33 7.18 53.7%
15 6 4.69 3.74 55.6%
At his best when utilized more, but very consistent across the board.