MATT
BENNING
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Status
In the minors
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
203 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
7
years
Debut
Nov 1, 2016
Born
May 25, 1994
(31 yrs)
Edmonton, Alberta
Drafted
Drafted by Boston in 2012 (6/175).
Drafted from
Spruce Grove (AJHL)
Acquired
Acquired in a trade with San Jose in 2024.
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
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| 2025-10-05 |
Placed on waivers by the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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| 2025-04-29 |
Recalled from the Toronto Marlies (AHL).
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| 2024-11-12 |
Assigned to the Toronto Marlies (AHL).
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| 2024-11-11 |
Placed on waivers by the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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| 2024-10-30 |
Acquired from the San Jose Sharks
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The San Jose Sharks acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the Toronto Maple Leafs for defenseman Matt Benning, a conditional third-round draft pick in 2025 and a sixth-round draft pick in 2026. |
News
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Rotowire
Sun, Oct 05, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Benning was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on Sunday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
Rotowire
Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 2:08 PM
Benning was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on Monday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.
Scouting Report
The veteran defenseman is at his best when he does not try to do too much and he limits his mistakes, since he is not especially strong in any one area. He can move the puck adequately and has the size to be effective in his own zone. He makes a good complement for any type of defensive partner.
Long Range Potential: Useful depth defenseman.
