Smith will miss Friday's game against Minnesota with a lower body injury, Dave Vest of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's injury only adds to his latest struggles, having lost his last four contests, including being pulled after just one period against Detroit. During the netminder's winless streak, he has posted a 4.25 GAA, allowing 14 goals to get past him. Smith will be replaced between the pipes by back-up Anders Lindback.