Since joining the Florida Panthers in 2021, Sam Bennett has thrived as a crucial playoff player, especially during the postseason where he leads the NHL in goals. His mix of physicality and scoring ability has resonated well with the team's identity. With the Stanley Cup Final on the horizon, he continues to make pivotal contributions, displaying a consistent performance that aligns with coach Paul Maurice's values for the team. Bennett's success illustrates the importance of playoff readiness and adapting to the pressure of high-stakes games.
I always felt the need to perform when the game's the biggest. It's something I've always prided myself on.
The definition of a playoff player, as Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk, who was also Bennett's teammate in Calgary, put it.
In the playoffs all the elements of our game are intensified, they're all present, so the best guys can do all things.
How he is playing now - and how he plays all season - is a striking image of all of what Maurice prioritizes.
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