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With the New York Rangers season in disarray, the Golden Knights were looking for depth scoring, and Smith fit the bill. Vegas did not want to get rid of him in the first place, but he was a cap casualty. However, they found a way to get Smith back at the NHL Trade Deadline. In 19 games of the trade, Smith has 11 points (three goals and eight assists). He is the perfect depth piece for the Golden Knights.
We saw what Smith did for the Golden Knights in their run to the 2023 Stanley Cup. There is a reason why GM Kelly McCrimmon wanted him back. Teams can never have enough depth in the playoffs, and Smith fits the bill.
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