Michael Benning

Height / Weight
5' 9" / 177 lbs
Born
January 5th 2002 (22)
Position
Defense
Country
United States
NHL 2020 mock draft
Draft Type Round Pick Team
Projection 4 94
SCOUTING REPORT

Tier 2 offense man prospect who is small but plays as an explosive dynamite keg with puck on his stick. So quick that he slows himself in the neutral zone so his teammates can sty in the play. Tourques off his edges and hold off larger opposing attackers. Can flash up ice through his turn and is a touch passer in even heavy traffic. Displays great vision, anticipation and follow through. Plays at the top of the umbrella on the power play. Under 180 and has a smaller frame, but will step into the path of forwards, riding them outside or out of the play. His leg strength and core will continue to develop, but he isn’t going to dominate anybody physically.


--Bill Placzek--

Player ranking
Year Rank
2020 72
Floating offer