The Chicago Blackhawks have swooped in and signed another former Boston Bruins forward
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed former Boston Bruins forward Craig Smith to a 1-year contract with an AAV of $1 Million.
Craig Smith spent 3 season with the Bruins primarily as a bottom-6 depth piece. He scored 33 goals and 45 assists for 78 points in 170 games played. One think Smith brings to the Blackhawks is experience, considered as a "journeyman" in the NHL, he has played 13 seasons for 4 different teams.
At his age (34) he may be considered a depth forward, but he is no slouch in the offensive department. When he was with the Nashville Predators, he surpassed the 20-gal marker 5 times and the 50-point marker twice.
Smith's nine-season run with the Predators brought goal-scoring, consistency, and grit. Breaking the 20-goal mark five times and 50 points twice shows the depth he added to the organization. While he was never a superstar, let alone an All-Star, he was a staple in the team's middle-six and left it all out on the ice every game.
Smith will be joining another former Bruin a and MVP in Taylor Hall. The two were who were also linemates with the B's and it is excepted that their chemistry could easily translate to their play with the Blackhawks.
For only $1-million AAV, Smith is a fantastic signing for Chicago and many expect him to take on a bigger role with the young team they have.
Source: The Hockey Writers
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