Reilly Smith’s Contract Extension
Reilly Smith, a veteran winger of the Vegas Golden Knights, has secured a one-year contract extension valued at $2 million, as reported by Chris Johnston on Wednesday.
Impactful Return to the Golden Knights
Smith, a founding player of the team since its inception in 2017, made a significant impact when he returned to Vegas from the New York Rangers just prior to the trade deadline last season. Notably, this return came less than two years after he was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Throughout his stint with Vegas following the trade, Smith demonstrated his offensive capabilities by amassing 11 points over 21 regular-season appearances and making his mark in the playoffs with three goals, one of which was a dramatic game-winner at the buzzer in Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers.
Commitment to Las Vegas
“Expressing his desire to remain in Las Vegas during the end-of-season discussions,”
Smith has now committed to the team on a deal that not only benefits the Golden Knights financially but also includes a complete no-trade clause, enhancing his security within the club. His cap hit of $2 million positions him as a valuable asset as a depth winger, particularly noted for his contributions on special teams; he ranked third among forwards in ice time on the penalty kill during the playoffs.
Career Highlights
Smith’s journey with the Golden Knights culminated in a Stanley Cup victory in 2023, and he has also etched his name in franchise history by scoring the third-most goals. Over his 13-year NHL career, which spans multiple teams including the Dallas Stars, Boston Bruins, Florida Panthers, and New York Rangers, Smith has registered a total of 226 goals and 327 assists across 919 regular-season games and has been pivotal in 117 playoff matchups.
