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WWYDW: How to deploy Sam Bennett

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Sam Bennett, at fourth overall, is the highest draft pick in Calgary Flames history. He was a highly touted talent in his draft year, with some projections naming him as a potential first overall choice.

The hype wasn’t unwarranted. Bennett managed 36 goals and 91 points for the OHL Kingston Frontenacs in a season where he grappled with a wonky shoulder. Bennet’s draft+1 year was shortened by shoulder surgery, but he still managed 11 goals and 24 points in just 11 games played during the regular season, a 2.18 point-per-game pace.

When he was picked, Bennett instantly became Calgary’s best prospect and was considered a bluechip addition to a young, emerging core.