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Originally Posted by DeluxeMoustache
This argument has been refuted by linemate and ice time data, time and again
Just because people keep saying it doesn’t mean it’s true
That’s why the people who have called it out for years are pleased to see that their suspicions are being confirmed
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There was such a small vocal part of our fanbase that has said this for the past 6 years but I would say much more of this forum would have ultimately sided with New Era over GranteedEV in the Bennett debate.
We watched the guy for 6 years and most did not see an elite player who was saddled with bad line mates. Most fans saw a guy who had spurts and flashes of being a top player but for the most part saw a player who tried to make junior moves, take bad penalties, and not finish his chances/plays dying on his stick.
I have always been a Bennett believer but his production in Florida is shocking to me and I do think it is short term. I think he has an even bigger chip on his shoulder than James Neal had when he went over to Edmonton that is helping fuel this run. I think Bennett has a career year next year but I would be surprised if he scored 70+ points. If he does I am happy for him.
I was always surprised they never tried a Bennett-Tkachuk duo who I thought were great compliments for one another and both players thrive when they are under the skin of their opponents.