Brendan Smith, 22, has filled in well with the Detroit Red Wings' defense corps during Ian White's absence but look for him to return to Grand Rapids soon. Smith picked up assists in Detroit road wins and showed exceptional puck creativity while White was recovering from a fractured cheekbone. But White is about to return and that means Smith will be heading back to the minors for at least a while. "It's been awesome," Smith said. "The speed and strength is a lot different (from the minors), but playing with these players, it helps me out. I just have to play my position and make sure I do all the easy, simple things."