Day-To-Day
Injury Upper Body
Est. Return 1/24/2026
2025 Stats
G
6
A
17
PP Pts
5
+/-
12
PIM
18
ROS Projections
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Benson’s sophomore season ended up being similar to his rookie campaign. He had 10 goals, 28 points, 60 PIM, 120 shots and 35 hits across 75 outings with the Sabres in 2024-25. Make note of that low hit total -- he might get into trouble, but if your league doesn’t count PIM, then he won’t provide you with versatility. The 20-year-old does have untapped offensive potential, though, and it’s conceivable that he ends up playing a bigger role this campaign. While he averaged 14:49 of ice time overall in 2024-25, he logged 16:05 per game over the final 14 contests. In particular, he might end up finding himself playing with Tage Thompson, which would naturally be a great assignment. Keep an eye on Benson’s use during training camp and early in the season because, under the right circumstances, Benson might jump to 40 or so points in 2025-26. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Buffalo in July of 2023.
No update on status after game
Benson sustained an apparent upper-body injury during Thursday's 4-2 win over the Canadiens, and there was no update on his status after the game, per Heather Engel of NHL.com.
ANALYSIS
Benson was on the receiving end of an elbow to the head from Zachary Bolduc late in the third period, according to Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald. The 20-year-old Benson potted an even-strength goal on two shots and went plus-1 in 10:47 of ice time in Thursday's victory. Benson can be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's matinee matchup against the Islanders.
Benson was on the receiving end of an elbow to the head from Zachary Bolduc late in the third period, according to Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald. The 20-year-old Benson potted an even-strength goal on two shots and went plus-1 in 10:47 of ice time in Thursday's victory. Benson can be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's matinee matchup against the Islanders.
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2025–26 Time On Ice Stats
- Average Time On Ice: 16:21
- Average Power Play TOI: 2:17
- Average Short-Handed TOI: 0:37
Ice Time
Power Play
Short-Handed
2023–24
14:31
1:04
0:46
2024–25
14:49
1:25
0:54
2025–26
16:21
2:17
0:37
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Benson was far removed from the Calder Trophy conversation, but he had a decent rookie season in 2023-24, recording 11 goals, 30 points and 36 PIM across 71 outings with the Sabres. Selected with the 13th overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, Benson has a high skill ceiling. He'll likely see considerable time on the second line this season and get an uptick in average ice time compared to his 14:31 last year. That, combined with his continued development, might result in the 19-year-old forward flirting with the 50-point mark. Of course, betting on a sophomore taking a significant step forward always carries with it a degree of risk, so keep that in mind before drafting him.
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Pots goal in loss
Benson tallied a goal in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Panthers.
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Garners two assists in win
Benson recorded two assists and five shots on net in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Ducks.
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Lights the lamp in win
Benson tallied a goal and fired five shots on net in Monday's 4-2 win over St. Louis.
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Nets game-winner Sunday
Benson scored a goal and added two PIM in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Devils.
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Notches two assists
Benson garnered a pair of helpers in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Sabres.
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Set to return
Benson is in line to make his return from a lower-body injury Sunday against Carolina, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Benson has missed the last 10 games while on injured reserve. He was enjoying a fantastic start to the season, dishing out eight assists in eight games before his injury. If the 20-year-old returns Sunday, he should assume his role in the middle six once again.
Benson has missed the last 10 games while on injured reserve. He was enjoying a fantastic start to the season, dishing out eight assists in eight games before his injury. If the 20-year-old returns Sunday, he should assume his role in the middle six once again.