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Beniers scouting report if you're checking out the USA-FIN game.

MATTHEW BENIERS, C, TEAM USA
RUSSIA 5 – USA 3 – DECEMBER 26, 2020

Excellent head checks, constant scanning from Matthew Beniers. Is almost the first forward back and one of the first in the offensive zone. He’s an absolute force, getting the puck deep and winning the race to it. Finds the lanes so well, using change of direction to find open ice for himself and create space. Is so good at jumping on the loose puck thanks to stellar positioning. Excellent awareness in the offensive zone for some no-look passes. Drives the play, looking to funnel the puck to the slot. Knows how to use his body to separate from defenders, box them out as he turns the other way. Hard on the puck carrier, forcing turnovers. Great hands to intercept a centering pass, get through traffic and get out of danger. He goes 100% trying to get back and support his defenders. Did get outmuscled on a couple of occasions. Bad, wide, backhand shot. Should have turned back and re-set. Potentially needs to show some more patience with the puck at times, find space and re-evaluate. There are times where you can see him directing where the puck should go, leading his team.

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