No doubt, Smith is playing NHL-caliber hockey right now. The Sharks also were flexible, moving Smith from center to wing, benching him when necessary and giving him development days. They were ...

"It's really big," Smith said. "The goal is to be in the playoffs for the Sharks. This is obviously big playing more hockey after the season in big games and big environments. "It does nothing but ...

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