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Upcoming UFA Sam Bennett Reveals the Only Two Teams He'd Sign With This Summer, Says Insider
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We have a major development concerning a forward who is highly appreciated by Montreal Canadiens fans, the gritty Sam Bennett.
As reported by Marco Normandin (HABSolumentFan), Sam Bennett has reportedly already chosen his two finalist destinations for July 1st.
Believe it or not, that's just over a month away, the day Bennett could become an unrestricted free agent, completely free to sign with any team he chooses.
Two Finalists to Sign Center Sam Bennett
It's obvious that Sam Bennett is an attractive target for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton. He checks all the boxes. But the problem is, the Canadiens will absolutely not be the only team in the race for his services.
All teams can see that Bennett is a key piece on a roster that could potentially win a second straight Stanley Cup.
His value keeps climbing!
That said, the well-known John Shannon revealed that Bennett has just two teams on his list where he would agree to sign.
"Don't waste your time.
It's going to come down to two destinations.
He will play in Toronto or Florida.
That's it.
It's his decision.
He's not entering free agency the same way as other UFAs.
He will play for the Panthers or the Maple Leafs.
We just don't yet know which one."
- John Shannon
It's going to come down to two destinations.
He will play in Toronto or Florida.
That's it.
It's his decision.
He's not entering free agency the same way as other UFAs.
He will play for the Panthers or the Maple Leafs.
We just don't yet know which one."
- John Shannon
Wow! It would be incredible for a team like the Maple Leafs to land a player like Bennett.
Let's not forget that Bennett is originally from Ontario, so there's definitely a more logical "fit" with Toronto.
Bennett, 28, has racked up 14 points in 16 games so far during the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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