Smith (lower body) could be "an option" next week, per head coach Dave Tippett, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tippett added, "Everything's moving like it should," which is exactly what Smith's fantasy owners want to hear, having not been able to play him since he sustained the injury in an Oct. 18 contest against the Senators. Once Smith comes off injured reserve, that will be the telling sign that his return is imminent.