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Originally Posted by Mathgod
So it doesn't matter to you that he had 8 points in the bubble (tied for the most on the team) and was a +4. It also doesn't matter to you that he's a .63 point/game player in his playoff career. Hmm...
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I suspect that Bennett's regular season production is a bigger factor in his trade value than his playoff numbers.
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Remember back in 2002 when Marc Savard was traded away because it was felt that he wore out his welcome here? He went on to become one of the most prolific players in the NHL. Maybe this management group doesn't want to see history repeat itself...
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You are not seriously comparing Bennett to Savard, are you? Savard established himself as a bonafide top-six NHL centre with top-line upside prior to the trade. Sam Bennett has not come remotely close to that sort of distinction.
I am certain that the Flames are not the least bit concerned about Bennett turning into a player as effective as Marc Savard. Sure, they need to be careful to get good value for him, but this is not at all likely to be a true that results in Bennett suddenly becoming a star forward. He just isn't, and he won't be.