Sam Bennett could have gone to free agency and picked his landing spot, plus probably could have signed for much more money than the Florida Panthers were able to offer.

Conn Smythe Trophy winner Sam Bennett signed an eight-year, $64 million extension with the Florida Panthers on Friday night. Bennett, who turned 29 earlier this month, is now under contract through the 2032-33 season.

Panthers' Sam Bennett Goes Full 'Wolf of Wall Street' After Signing $64 Million Deal originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the Florida Panthers celebrated back-to-back Stanley Cups with a parade through Fort Lauderdale, Sam Bennett stepped to the mic and left little doubt about his plans.