Red Wings defenseman Brendan Smith is looking to take on a bigger role with the club for the coming season. With the departure of Brad Stuart and the retirement oif Nicklas Lidstrom, there are vacancies along the Wings blue line that need to be filled and Smith stands to benefit. The former Wisconsin Badger amassed seven points in 14 games last season and could find himself in a top-four role should the team not acquire any other major contributors.