Benson's Energy Shift - Thompson Sees the Sabres' New Spark

Tage Thompson is already noticing the difference that Benson brings to Buffalo's locker room, and it's the kind of intangible that doesn't show up in stat sheets but absolutely shows up in wins and losses. The Sabres made a calculated bet that Benson's presence would elevate the entire roster's mentality, and early signs suggest they might be onto something. When your best player is excited to be around a new teammate, that's usually a signal that the chemistry is clicking in ways that matter.