Smith signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday, per Chris Johnston of The Athletic.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's new deal includes a no-trade clause, which was probably of particular importance in this case because Vegas traded Smith in June 2023, though the Golden Knights then reacquired him during the 2024-25 campaign. He had 13 goals and 40 points in 79 regular-season appearances between the Rangers and Vegas in 2024-25. The 34-year-old, who is taking a pay cut compared to his expiring three-year, $15 million contract, should provide solid value relative to his new cap hit while serving primarily on the third line.

Smith scored twice on four shots, added three hits and went plus-3 in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Oilers in Game 3.

EDGE Analysis

Smith tied the game at 2-2 with his first-period tally. In the third, he rushed up the ice and was able to bank in a shot off Leon Draisaitl's second with 0.4 seconds left in regulation. This was a massive performance for Smith, who snapped his four-game point drought in the process. The winger has played a middle-six role this postseason, earning three goals, one assist, 13 shots on net, 14 hits and a plus-1 rating over nine appearances.

Smith scored a shorthanded goal on three shots and added three hits in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Wild in Game 3.

EDGE Analysis

Smith snapped an eight-game goal drought with his third-period tally. That goal also ended a four-game stretch without a point for the veteran winger. He had 13 goals, 40 points, 129 shots on net and a plus-10 rating over 79 regular-season appearances between the Golden Knights and the Rangers in 2024-25. Smith is currently fill a third-line role and will likely continue to do so unless head coach Bruce Cassidy shuffles his lines after two straight losses.

Smith logged two assists, including one on the power play, and two PIM in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has four helpers over the last three games and a total of nine points across his last 11 outings. For the season, the 34-year-old winger is up to 40 points (13 goals, 27 assists), 126 shots on net, 48 hits, 41 blocked shots and a plus-8 rating over 77 appearances between the Golden Knights and the Rangers. He remains as steady as ever, usually good for roughly a point every other game while playing in all situations.

Smith logged an assist and two shots on goal in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Smith continues to show chemistry with William Karlsson since the two were reunited following Smith's trade from the Rangers. The 34-year-old winger has earned nine points over 18 contests since returning to the Golden Knights. Smith has a total of 38 points over 76 outings, and he's added 125 shots on net, 48 hits, 41 blocked shots and a plus-8 rating.

Smith logged a shorthanded assist, four shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has three goals and three assists over his last nine appearances. The winger has mostly played middle-six minutes since rejoining Vegas in a trade with the Rangers, but injuries to Tomas Hertl (shoulder) and Jack Eichel (upper body) have opened up some extra ice time. Smith plays in all situations, and he's accumulated 37 points, 123 shots on net, 48 hits, 41 blocked shots and a plus-8 rating across 75 appearances in 2024-25.

Smith scored two goals on five shots in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's first tally put the Golden Knights ahead 2-0 in the middle of the second period. When that lead didn't hold, he ended up the hero in overtime, banking in a shot from below the goal line at 4:31 of the extra session to secure the win. The winger has three goals and two assists over his last seven outings as he looks to be getting comfortable again in his second stint with Vegas. Overall, he's produced 13 goals, 23 assists, 118 shots on net, 47 hits, 41 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 73 appearances between the Golden Knights and the Rangers this season.

Smith scored the game-winning goal Saturday during a third-period power play in a 3-1 victory over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

The Golden Knights acquired Smith in a trade with the Rangers on March 6, and he had four assists in 11 games before breaking through with his first goal with his new squad. The winger spent six seasons with the Golden Knights between 2017-23, winning the Stanley Cup in 2022-23. Smith is starting to warm up with three points (one goal, two assists) and seven shots in his last four games. He may provide a late-season fantasy boost in deep formats.

Smith registered an assist, two shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 5-3 win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has four helpers over 11 outings since rejoining the Golden Knights at the trade deadline. The 33-year-old winger remains in a middle-six role, so he won't be a leading player on offense. He's produced 10 goals, 23 helpers, 105 shots on net, 47 hits, 40 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 69 contests between the Golden Knights and the Rangers this season.

Smith posted an assist, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has racked up three helpers over nine contests since returning to the Golden Knights in a trade from the Rangers. The 33-year-old has mostly been limited to bottom-six usage and a bit of power-play time on the second unit since returning to Vegas. He's collected 32 points, 102 shots on net, 46 hits, 40 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating over 67 appearances this season, giving him some utility as a depth forward in fantasy.