The proper move for the Flames would have been to trade for Huberdeau, so Bennet could "turn" into a hockey player. Unfortunately, Huberdeau was not available for the Flames to acquire, so Bennett was never likely to turn into anything of value for the Flames. I know there a few fans who have boner for Bennett's production right now (a hattrick and single goal), but do you really believe this is sustainable? Zero assists to go along with his four goals? Pretty obvious outcome IMO. I might also point to the Bennettdictines, that Florida has a young kid by the name of Anton Lundell. How soon does he get bumped up from third line to second line, and Bennett slides down to 3rd line center? Do you honestly think he's going to continue his scoring without Hubereau?
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