Prospect Info: #4 Sam Bennett

[tfong]

http://lastwordonsports.com/2014/04/04/2014-nhl-draft-profile-3-sam-bennett/

Good write up and insight on Bettsy.

 

[herashak]

1 more year in the ohl

 

[GetThePuckOut]

1 more year in the ohl

You never know though. If he lights it up in camp...

 

[DJB]

Flames in my opinion have had the best draft the past two years. Bennett is going to be a stud and of course I love Mono.

 

[InfinityIggy]

Flames in my opinion have had the best draft the past two years. Bennett is going to be a stud and of course I love Mono.

Thanks for the kind words.

 

[Calculon]

1 more year in the ohl

I agree; needs to bulk up quite a bit to be properly effective in the NHL. And it wouldn't hurt to dominate the junior league too.

 

[InfinityIggy]

You never know though. If he lights it up in camp...

Yeah but I don't think he will be physically ready yet. 1 year OHL would be best for him I think.

 

[BVicious]

Yea there is no way Burke allows Treliving to let this kid play in the NHL all season.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

I think Bennett and Sven will have insane and deadly chemistry together. Keep Mony with Johnny.

 

[BRobMint]

Flames in my opinion have had the best draft the past two years. Bennett is going to be a stud and of course I love Mono.

Good luck to your Sens man. Going to be hard to replace someone like Spezza.

 

[tmurfin]

I think Bennett and Sven will have insane and deadly chemistry together. Keep Mony with Johnny.

**** yah. Count me in. Flip it even, either way, those duos could be dynamite in the future if all goes right

 

[Flames Fanatic]

After screaming at the TV for Maatta instead of Jankowski we've picked exactly who I wanted with our first pick in the past two years. Love it.

Welcome to the Flames Sam!

 

[Mitts]

Really happy we got Bennett.

 

[tyflames]

Yea there is no way Burke allows Treliving to let this kid play in the NHL all season.

He let Feaster keep Monohan in the NHL in the NHL all season and he even said Monohan made it impossible for them to send him down. Bennett could do the same, but I do agree he could use another year to dominate and get strong.

I don't think Burke will have the input that he had over Feaster also.

 

[InfinityIggy]

So I guess a good question is, does Bennett get the 9 game try out?

 

[Taranis]

Absolutely. If anyone needs another year in junior he deserves it, but let him prove his worth first.

 

[Lehner]

Could be the best player in this draft, was a home Run pick imo.

Good job.

 

[BVicious]

So I guess a good question is, does Bennett get the 9 game try out?

I think it's fair to say they will give him the 9 game tryout, and send him down.

If not it would be because he shows in pre-season he isn't quite ready yet .

And I understand about Monahan getting in and doing well, but he really is a special player. Who knows if Bennett is close and can produce and contribute the same way Monahan did, then....great!

Also, let's not forget Monahan was going down to an awful team in the CHL

 

[Unlimited Chequing]

I think Bennett and Sven will have insane and deadly chemistry together. Keep Mony with Johnny.

Jeez, when you put it like that, that really sounds exciting. I'm really looking forward to what the next couple of years will bring.

 

[Haatley]

Jeez, when you put it like that, that really sounds exciting. I'm really looking forward to what the next couple of years will bring.

Hopefully some RWers and D. Lol
this is definitely the guy i wanted and i thought for sure it wouldn't happen.

Very excited. Hope he plays in OHL next year I will watch him every chance I get.

 

[MonahanTheMan]

Bennett
Monahan
Backlund

down the middle for the future

 

[JulianHopper*]

Welcome Sam Bennett,

Flames were lucky to get him at fourth overall, I'm happy he's here. Good fit for the Flames.

 

[Wheels of Poirier]

Bennett
Monahan
Backlund

down the middle for the future

Just imagine how much better still that'll look if Jankowski turns out to be as good as we hope he will..

 

[Kranix]

sigh of relief when the MacT said Draisaitl.

 

[Ace Rimmer]

[nhl]626644[/nhl]

What Scouts Say:

INTERNATIONAL SCOUTING SERVICE

A magician with the puck who always brings creativity on offence. As equally adept at scoring goals as he is at passing the puck. A well-rounded talent on offence with many weapons in his arsenal. Can play either on the perimeter or around the net thanks to his evasiveness and unpredictability with the puck. Deceptively quick release and strong wrist-shot. Boasts a full repertoire of skills in all areas of the game. Possesses explosive speed with the puck and loves to attack the net. Very shifty & elusive skating ability that allows him to transition in no-time and get to open ice. Have really liked this player for a number of years. Needs to add more strength, but always plays with a mean edge and never backs down physically.

Style Compares To: Logan Couture

NHL Potential: Franchise Centre

NHL CENTRAL SCOUTING

“He plays the kind of game you think cannot be sustained for a whole season because it’s a high-energy game and compete game at all ends of the ice. He ends up playing that game for the whole year and has led his team. He just never stops, and put that with the skill package he has and how well he thinks the game, he’s pretty much a top-notch player.†- David Gregory

RED LINE REPORT

We absolutely love this kid - they type of player you win championships with. An effortless skater with exceptional quickness and speed. Skilled centreman has an absolutely relentless, and unmatched compete level. Strong on the puck. Plays on the edge with grit. Very elusive - in open ice he’s untouchable. Combines skill with a non-stop motor. Exceptional effort on the forecheck creates havoc and turnovers from d-men. Extraordinary desire/determination. Highly skilled with the puck on his stick and difficult to contain in the offensive zone. Tremendous vision and playmaking ability. Has sneaky hard shot with a lightning fast release - comes up with the big goals in big moments. His nasty streak forces defenders to move the puck quicker than they’d like. Plays dirty which makes him tough to play against, but also takes a few penalties. Strong personal character and captain material.

Projection: Gritty, skilled, two-way #1 centre & captain

Style compares to: A better skating Doug Gilmour