Although he would have very much would have liked to stay with the Montreal Canadiens, Marc Bergevin and company have different plans for their defensive core next season. With young players such as Noah Juulsen competing for a roster spot next season and recent signing Christian Folin earning new contracts, it should come as no surprise that Jordie Benn is not returning next season considering the fact that they would have to give him a raise. Although he did serve his purpose for the most part with the Habs, he is still an expendable player.