NHL Insider Frank Seravalli expects Bennett’s contract to be approximately 8 years at $7.5 million annually. This figure feels a touch low given Bennett is coming off a Conn Smythe-caliber effort. It also means the Panthers have a legitimate shot at bringing him back.

Panthers star center Sam Bennett has become an integral part of Florida’s Stanley Cup runs. Will he stay in Sunrise or leave for more money elsewhere?

Sam Bennett has won the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP after leading the Florida Panthers to a second consecutive Stanley Cup championship.