Smith is expected to start in goal for Friday's season opener against the Kings, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith will be between the pipes to start his fifth season with the Coyotes. He began seeing a sports psychologist during the offseason in order to bounce back from the worst season of his career. Arizona is still rebuilding and likely won't give Smith much help in the win column. Even if he bounces back, He offers little value in standard leagues and should only be employed in spot starts.