Calgary Flames 5 Best Performers In November
By Luke Ryan
Sam Bennett is a youngster on a very much upwards trajectory; shining as one of the few beacons of hope thus far this season for the Calgary Flames.
The youngster shows zero fear in tussling with defensemen far his senior and that’s just one of the components of his game starting to shine through.
He’s backed up this obvious talent in attack with four goals and four assists, despite averaging much less ice time than the likes of Sean Monahan and Johnny Gaudreau, who achieved similar numbers for the month.
A 50% winning percentage on face-offs will only continue to improve as he gains a bit more experience in the big leagues. That and the Calgary Flames entrusting more puck drops to him (he only challenged 22 times all month).
There’s definite hope that he continues his remarkable 22.2% shooting average, achieved in November. This highlights the fact he trends to resist shooting when there’s no option, instead taking time to find a chance – if he can continue to show this kind of skill and patience, he should have no issues maintaining a better-than-average percentage.
It’s clear that his skill lends itself to stronger linemates than Mikael Backlund and Michael Frolik, and one can only imagine what he might be able to do if paired with some elite talent.
However, for now that’s the best the Calgary Flames can offer to him and he’s still performing impressively – let’s hope the form continues into December.
Next: Number #3: Karri Ramo