Smith was placed in the league's COVID-19 protocols Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The Hurricanes won't play until Dec. 27 versus the Panthers at the earliest, so Smith's placement in the NHL's protocols may prevent him from missing any games depending on whether the blueliner develops symptoms. Considering the 32-year-old Smith has just one point in his last 11 outings, he potential absence is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players.

Smith scored a goal on two shots and added two PIM in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Smith scored at 18:32 of the first period, but his goal was all the Hurricanes could put past Philipp Grubauer. The 32-year-old Smith is not known for a high scoring output. He has two goals, eight shots on net, 15 hits and four PIM in seven contests this season. The Ontario native should continue to see regular playing time while Ethan Bear (COVID-19 protocols) is out.

Smith registered his first goal of the season in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Blues.

EDGE Analysis

Smith had just 10 points in 48 games with the Rangers last season, and his career-high was just 19 back in 2013-14 with Detroit. He's only played in four games with the Canes so far this season in a third-pairing capacity, so he doesn't project much by way of fantasy value at the present time.

Smith (lower body) was on the ice for Monday's practice session with his new club, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith -- who signed a one-year deal with the Canes in the offseason -- joins a crowded blue line that also added Ian Cole, Tony DeAngelo and Ethan Bear. With limited minutes available, Smith will likely be forced to watch from the press box periodically, making him a low-end fantasy target.

Smith (lower body) signed a one-year, $800,000 contract with the Hurricanes on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith brings a veteran presence as an 11-year veteran defenseman. Last season, he registered double-digit points (five goals, five assists) for the fifth time in his career. He has 110 points (29 goals, 81 assists) over 526 career NHL games and should provide a nice bit of secondary scoring from the Canes' blue line.

Smith (lower body) will miss Saturday's season finale against Boston, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith finishes the season with 10 points in 48 games. The 32-year-old defenseman will be an unrestricted free agent. His toughness and experience should allow Smith to continue operating in a bottom-pairing role somewhere moving forward, but his time on Broadway has likely come to an end after 235 games with the Rangers.

Smith scored a goal on three shots and went plus-2 in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Smith scored at 12:16 of the second period, tying the game at 2-2. The 32-year-old blueliner hasn't gotten involved much on offense with three goals and four helpers through 34 appearances. He's added 39 shots on net, 60 hits, 26 blocked shots and 39 PIM while mainly working on the third pairing.

Smith ended a seven-game point drought with his fourth assist of the season in Tuesday's 5-2 win over Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Smith got in on the fun during New York's four-goal third period, springing Artemi Panarin on a breakaway with a pinpoint stretch pass. The offensive contribution was nice, but Smith's value comes primarily from his veteran presence and snarl on the Rangers' blue line.

Smith scored his second goal of the season in Thursday's 6-1 win over New Jersey. He rounded out his stat line with a shot, two blocks, a plus-3 rating and five PIM.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's goal from the high slot gave the Rangers a 5-1 lead, as backup Devils goaltender Aaron Dell failed to track the puck after it left the front of the net, giving the defenseman plenty of room to shoot at. He also dropped the gloves with Michael McLeod seconds after McLeod wasn't penalized for what looked like a hit from behind. Smith provides physicality from the blue line, having topped 60 PIM in each of the previous seven seasons, but he has never reached the 20-point mark.

Smith scored a goal on his only shot in Thursday's 3-2 shootout win over the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

No. 42 scored his first goal in 42 games, dating back to Dec. 26, 2019. Smith didn't have to do much to give New York a 2-1 third-period lead, as a cross-crease Artemi Panarin pass off a rebound gave Smith an empty net to shoot at, though the veteran blueliner deserves credit for going to the net in the first place on what started as an innocent-looking play. While Smith could see bigger minutes in the short term with New York battling injuries on the blue line, his customary role is as a rotational piece between the third pairing and the press box.