Smith will patrol the crease for Thursday's road clash with Ottawa, Gene Principe of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith hasn't lost in regulation in his last six contests, as he is 4-0-2 over that stretch with a 2.63 GAA and .913 save percentage. With Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in front of him, Smith doesn't have to be perfect to rack up wins - simply good enough.