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Zack Benson

Zack Benson is the stage name queried here, but the available search results primarily identify the subject as Zachary Ruben Benson, a Canadian professional ice hockey player rather than an actor.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Zack Benson is the stage name queried, but the available search results identify the subject as Zachary Ruben Benson, a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He plays left wing for the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League and was selected 13th overall in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. No reliable results in the provided search set support an acting career for this name.

Early life

Benson was born on May 12, 2005, in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. Public player profiles identify him as a Canadian hockey player from the Langley/Chilliwack area.

Professional hockey career

He was selected by the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, 13th overall. NHL and other player databases list him as an active left winger for Buffalo.

Playing profile

Public listings describe him as a left-wing forward who shoots left. He is listed at roughly 5'10" in height and about 170–177 pounds, depending on the source.

Name ambiguity

The query asks for an actor, but the search results point to an ice hockey player. No authoritative source in the provided set confirms an entertainment or acting career for Zack Benson.

Key facts

  • Benson is a Canadian professional ice hockey player.
  • He plays left wing for the Buffalo Sabres.
  • He was drafted 13th overall by Buffalo in 2023.
  • He was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada.
  • The provided search results do not substantiate an acting biography for this name.
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Canadian context

Benson is Canadian and was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, making him relevant to Canadian hockey readers and the NHL’s Canadian player pipeline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Zack Benson?
The provided sources identify him as Zachary Ruben Benson, a Canadian professional ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres.
Is Zack Benson an actor?
Not according to the provided search results. The sources identify him as a hockey player, and none substantiate an acting career.
When was Zack Benson born?
He was born on May 12, 2005.
Where is Zack Benson from?
He was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada.
What team does Zack Benson play for?
He plays for the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL.

References

  1. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/sabres/player/zach-benson-8484145
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, height, weight, position, shooting hand, and draft details.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/5149186/zach-benson
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, position, team, and draft information.
  3. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/535582/zach-benson
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, nationality, youth team, position, height, and draft position.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zach_Benson
    Supports: Full name, nationality, professional status, team, and draft selection.
  5. NHLPA — https://www.nhlpa.com/player/265/zach-benson/
    Supports: Position, birthdate, birthplace, team, height, and weight.