Former Stanley Cup Champion Reportedly Wants Out Of Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Penguins have had a difficult season, but they remain in the playoff race. However, one of their biggest offseason acquisitions is reportedly unhappy playing for the team which could force their hand at the trade deadline.
Smith Reportedly Unhappy Playing With Pittsburgh Penguins
The Golden Knights traded Reilly Smith to the Penguins last offseason in an effort to keep the team cap compliant. Smith has a 5 million dollar cap hit for the remainder of the season, as well as next season. The Penguins brought him in as part of their effort to remain competitive for a playoff spot. The team has had mixed results so far, partially due to Smith himself, who is on pace for one of the worst years of his career. The veteran forward currently has 20 points in 41 games.
Now the veteran winger is reportedly unhappy with his situation in Pittsburgh. He apparently never wanted to be traded in the first place and wishes he was still on the Vegas Golden Knights.
With a little bit of luck, he just might get exactly what he wants.
Smith Reunion With Golden Knights Becoming More Likely?
The 32-year-old winger reportedly never wanted to be traded away from Vegas in the first place. Now he may actually find himself back with his former club less than a season after they traded him away. New reports from the Athletic suggest that the defending Stanley Cup champions are actually interested in a reunion with Smith if they can make it work under the cap.
If they were to add a winger, there's an interesting name on @TheAthleticNHL Trade Board:
Reilly Smith
Smith had some of the best years of his career with Vegas where he recorded 124 goals and 286 points in 399 games with the team. Notably, he also helped the team win its first Stanley Cup Championship just last season. Fans would certainly appreciate a reunion and it seems Smith would too. Now we just have to wait to see if the team can figure out how to make it work.
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