What kind of a season are people expecting from Sam Bennett in order for the flames to expose Backlund? 40 points? 50? What are the chances of that happening? Even if he hits career highs with a 40 point season, I bet that would come against competition no where near the quality Backlund faces and has faced for the better part of his career.
Bennett would have to put together a pretty resounding case for his protection over any Backlund, Mangiapane, or Dube at this point. I would bet replacing a third line winger/potential center will be an easier task than a 2C, regardless of age.
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