"Matt Benning is nearing 500 career games in the NHL, as he sits 36 games away. A good stretch with the Maple Leafs, and he can get near that number this year. Over his nine-year NHL career, Benning has suited up for the Edmonton Oilers, Nashville Predators, San Jose Sharks and now the Maple Leafs. The Maple Leafs acquired Benning back in October of 2024, along with a 2025 third-round pick, in exchange for Timothy Liljegren."
"Matt Benning last played in the NHL on October 29, 2024. He played 7 games for San Jose before they traded him to the Leafs. He played 14 the year prior, before suffering a season-ending injury, which required hip surgery.He was once a solid 3rd pairing dman. Rooting for him. https://t.co/4SYkITVrH1- Anthony Petrielli (@APetrielli) January 3, 2026 Benning last played in the NHL during the 2024-25 season, where he played seven games with the San Jose Sharks, where he was a -5."
Matt Benning will make his Toronto Maple Leafs debut Saturday against the New York Islanders, replacing Philippe Myers and skating alongside Simon Benoit while Troy Stecher moves up to the first pairing with Morgan Rielly. The rest of the lineup remains unchanged. Benning is nearing 500 NHL games and has a nine-year career that includes stops in Edmonton, Nashville and San Jose. The Maple Leafs acquired him in October 2024 along with a 2025 third-round pick for Timothy Liljegren. Benning last played NHL games in 2024-25, has a history of hip surgery, and is valued for steady, physical defensive play.
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