Sam Bennett

Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Sam Bennett - Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

June 20th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player, made significant contributions in the National Hockey League. Played for the Calgary Flames and achieved notable success with a Stanley Cup championship. Showcased skills as a forward and was recognized for offensive production. Demonstrated versatility and contributed to team strategy in crucial games during playoff runs.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers in 2023

Selected fourth overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft

Played for the Calgary Flames from 2014 to 2020

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