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25. Sam Bennett

25. Sam Bennett

Sam Bennett was a trade deadline deal from Calgary in 2021, and it was a great fit for the veteran Center who finished the year with 15 Points in 10 Games. 

Since then, Bennett has played his best hockey, putting forth four consecutive 40-plus Point years with a physical style that the Panthers needed, which proved fruitful when they won their first Stanley Cup in 2024. In the year after, Bennett was electric in the playoffs, leading everyone in Goals (15), Even Strength Goals (11), and PIM (48).  For his efforts, he was awarded the prestigious Conn Smythe Trophy.

He may not crack the top ten of this franchise, but he has already proved his worth in the state of Florida.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Center
  • Acquired: Traded from the Calgary Flames with a 2026 6th Round Pick for Emil Heineman and a 2022 2nd Round Pick 4/12/21.
  • Games Played: 289
  • Notable Statistics:

    95 Goals
    101 Assists
    196 Points
    351 PIM
    0.68 PPG
    +44 Plus/Minus
    169 Blocked Shots
    677 Hits
    191 Takeaways
    166 Giveaways
    21.6 Point Shares

    77 Playoff Games
    29 Goals
    30 Assists
    59 Points
    140 PIM
    0.77 PPG
    +5 Plus/Minus
    44 Blocked Shots
    338 Hits
    25 Takeaways
    60 Giveaways

  • Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Champion (2024 & 2025)
    Conn Smythe Trophy (2025)

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