‘Wednesday night’s matchup against the streaking Washington Capitals in Capital One Arena will mark Benson’s ninth game of his rookie season. After that, the Sabres have a decision to make: They will either keep Benson – who has played very well in a top-6 forward role the last two games – and burn the first year of his entry-level contract, or send him back to junior hockey with the Wenatchee (Wash.) Wild of the Western League.’