Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett (9) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. (John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images) [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/0bf0cf91-3d15-4953-9a53-f1acab7650bc.jpeg] Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett (9) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. (John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images) One of the top forwards on the Florida Panthers has hit a significant career milestone. Center Sam Bennett has reached a new career high in points. Bennett picked up an assist on Gus Forsling’s goal on Wednesday night in Toronto. The point was Bennett’s 50th of the season, surpassing the mark he set during his first full season with the Panthers back in 2021-22. It was also Bennett’s 25th assist, which also set a new career high. Not too shabby for the 28-year-old pending unrestricted free agent. NHL Goals (@nhl_goal_bot) on X [https://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1907611311367700480/pu/img/C119KjPMeyFRSKGY.jpg:large] NHL Goals (@nhl_goal_bot) on X Florida goal! Scored by Gustav Forsling with 18:57 remaining in the 2nd period. Assisted by Sam Reinhart and Sam Bennett. Toronto: 0 Florida: 1 #FLAvsTOR #LeafsForever #TimeToHunt [https://x.com/nhl_goal_bot/status/1907611373678289321/video/1] He's also set a new career mark this season with seven power play goals. It’s no secret that Bennett has played the best hockey of his professional career since being acquired by Florida at the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline. The former fourth overall pick has proven to be a crucial member of the Panthers, one that fits the style the team looks to play to a tee. Bennett and the Panthers are having ongoing talks regarding a contract extension, so we’ll have to wait and see if the two sides can come to an agreement sometime before the offseason. Stay tuned. LATEST STORIES FROM THE HOCKEY NEWS - FLORIDA Reeling Panthers drop third straight game, falling 3-2 in Toronto [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/florida-panthers/game-day/reeling-panthers-drop-third-straight-game-falling-3-2-in-toronto] Fresh off frustrating loss, Panthers in Toronto for big divisional showdown [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/florida-panthers/game-day/fresh-off-frustrating-loss-panthers-in-toronto-for-big-divisional-showdown] Three takeaways: 'Bad break' goal ruins strong outing from Panthers in Montreal [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/florida-panthers/latest-news/three-takeaways-bad-break-goal-ruins-strong-outing-from-panthers-in-montreal] Panthers blow another late lead, fall 3-2 in overtime to Montreal [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/florida-panthers/game-day/panthers-blow-another-late-lead-fall-3-2-in-overtime-to-montreal] Fireworks possible in rematch between Panthers and Canadiens that comes with major playoff implications [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/florida-panthers/game-day/fireworks-possible-in-rematch-between-panthers-and-canadiens-that-comes-with-major-playoff-implications]
