The 2018-19 season could be a crucial campaign for Calgary Flames forward Sam Bennett.
Bennett was once a highly-touted prospect, selected fourth overall by the Flames in the 2014 NHL Draft. With his two-way skills, feisty style, and leadership potential, he was expected to join Johnny Gaudreau and Sean Monahan as one of the Flames’ rising young stars.
Called up late in 2014-15, Bennett tallied three goals in 11 games during the 2015 playoffs, making a positive impression with his energetic style. The following season, his first full rookie campaign, he netted a respectable 18 goals and 36 points in 77 games.