It's possible to believe all of:
Bennett is not garbage.
Bennett wasn't working out with the team and probably never would have to the extent he is in Florida, even with better linemates than he wound up with.
On the latter point, the Flames tried several options, including playing him with a highly touted acquisition, another first rounder they had high hopes for, a veteran cup winner and the top line. They may not have given the latter enough time, but there were always better options for the team. But nothing seemed ideal.
The parties were mutually frustrated and it was best to move on.
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