"Through 49 games this season, the 6-foot-4 Laval, Quebec native has averaged 17:20 of ice-time a night, he's yet to score a goal, meanwhile has chipped in with three assists. Benoit plays a depth penalty killer role for the Maple Leafs, and isn't shy to sacrifice his body, blocking 79 shots, while landing an impressive 129 hits. Benoit doesn't have trade protection on his contract, and can be moved at will."
"The Sharks are an easy add here, based on the fact they only have two defencemen under contract for next season, and know Benoit well from his few seasons as a rival Anaheim Duck. Sharks general manager Mike Grier is looking to not only find upgrades on his blueline ahead of the deadline, he's interested in blueliners who have term on their current deal."
Benoit, 27, is under contract through next season for $1.3 million and carries trade value due to cap hit and no trade protection. He is a 6-foot-4 stay-at-home defenseman who averages 17:20 of ice time through 49 games, has three assists, and has not scored a goal this season. He serves as a depth penalty killer, blocking 79 shots and recording 129 hits while sacrificing his body. The Maple Leafs seek more mobility and offense from the blueline, which could prompt a trade before the Mar. 6 deadline. San Jose is a likely landing spot given cap space and limited defensive depth.
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