I'll bet anyone on here a easy hundred for example that Benoit plays more NHL games than Clang.
I don't think anyone is betting against you.
First of all, goaltenders tend to not play as many NHL games as skaters do, lol.
Second of all, like you are saying, Benoit is already in the NHL and is the safer bet.
However, if Benoit's realistic ceiling is a #5-6 defenseman, I'm taking my chances on a potential backup goaltender with starter ceiling. And if it turns out Benoit plays more NHL games, then so be it. Bottom pairing defensemen aren't exactly hard to come by.
Heck, just a week ago we acquired Kulikov for future considerations, which likely pushes Benoit out of the regular lineup to start the season.
Now, if you'd convince me Benoit has probable top 4 upside, it'd be a different story.