REILLY SMITH NEWS

Sets up opening goal Smith notched an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Stars in Game 4.

Impact Smith set up William Karlsson on the opening tally. After playing a strong supporting role in the first two rounds, Smith opened the Western Conference Finals with a three-game point drought. He's at two goals, seven helpers, 37 shots on net, 25 hits and a plus-5 rating through 15 playoff contests.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring in big win Smith scored just seconds into Sunday's game, getting things rolling as the Golden Knights rallied to a 5-2 win over the Oilers.

Impact Smith has been a huge playoff contributor for the Golden Knights in previous years. That hasn't been the case as much this season. Sunday's goal was just his second through 11 postseason contests. He has a total of seven points through those games along with 27 shots. The positive is that Smith has the ability to go on a run, and he has now scored in back-to-back games.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snaps nine-game goal drought Smith found the back of the net in a 4-3 victory over Edmonton in Game 5 on Friday.

Impact Smith's marker came late in the second period to put Vegas up 3-2. It was his first goal and sixth point through 10 playoff appearances this year. Smith supplied 26 tallies during the regular season, and his nine-game span without a goal, which lasted from April 18-May 10, was an unusually long drought for him.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pockets helper in win Smith notched an assist, two shots on goal, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 5-1 win over the Oilers in Game 3.

Impact Smith continues to lean on his playmaking in the postseason, as he's now picked up five assists in eight games without scoring a goal. He set up a Zach Whitecloud tally in the second period. Smith has added 19 shots on net, 12 hits and a plus-3 rating in the playoffs, and he remains a key two-way forward in Vegas' top six.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects assist Wednesday Smith notched a power-play assist in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Oilers in Game 1.

Impact Smith found Mark Stone for the Golden Knights' third goal late in the first period. It's now six games without a goal for Smith in the playoffs, but he's contributed four helpers (two on the power play) with 16 shots on net and 10 hits. The winger remains a productive part of the Golden Knights' top six.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers helper in win Smith logged an assist and two shots on goal in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Jets in Game 5.

Impact Smith had an assist in three of the five games in this first-round series. He helped out on a William Karlsson tally in the second period Thursday. Smith also produced 15 shots on net, 10 hits, four blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating. The 32-year-old looks like a lock to remain in a top-six role as the Golden Knights prepare for the second round following their 4-1 series win over the Jets.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adds power-play helper in Game 3 Smith notched a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime win over the Jets in Game 3.

Impact Smith helped out on the second of Jack Eichel's tallies in the game. This was Smith's second assist in three playoff contests, and he's added 10 shots on net, seven hits and a minus-1 rating. The veteran winger will likely continue to play on the second line and second power-play unit as he has for much of the campaign.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deals assist in win Smith logged an assist, two shots on goal and three hits in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Jets in Game 2.

Impact Smith helped out on a William Karlsson goal in the second period. This was Smith's fifth point in the last four games, though he was held off the scoresheet in Tuesday's Game 1. The winger produced 56 points in 78 regular-season outings and should continue to see key middle-six minutes during the playoffs.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets 200th career goal Smith scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Kraken.

Impact Smith actually didn't have much impact on the play, with the Kraken putting the puck in their own net. Nonetheless, he was credited with the tally, which was his 200th NHL goal. The veteran winger has added 473 points in 764 outings. He closed out his sixth regular season with the Golden Knights at 26 tallies, 56 points, 180 shots on net, 69 hits and a plus-11 rating in 78 appearances.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up three points in win Smith scored a goal on four shots, added two assists and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Kraken.

Impact Smith had gone five outings without a point, though he also missed four games in that span with a lower-body injury. The 32-year-old winger had the primary assist on both of Michael Amadio's tallies before adding a goal of his own on a rebound. Smith is up to 25 goals for the third time in his career, and he's added 30 helpers, 178 shots, 69 hits and a plus-11 rating through 77 appearances.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Golden Knights win 4-3 in SO, but Wild clinch playoffs

Pavel Dorofeyev scored twice in regulation, including the tying goal with 34.2 seconds left to send it to overtime and then had one of Vegas’ three scores in the shootout in the Go...

APRIL 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs helper in return Smith picked up an assist, four shots on goal and two blocked shots in Monday's 4-3 shootout win over the Wild.

Impact Smith returned from a four-game absence and played a key role in Monday's comeback win. He set up the first of Pavel Dorofeyev's two goals in the game, and it was Smith's tally in round five of the shootout that earned Vegas the win. The winger is up to 52 points, 171 shots on net, 66 hits and a plus-9 rating through 73 appearances.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Smith (lower body) will return to the lineup Monday against Minnesota, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.

Impact Smith, who will be back from a four-game absence, has notched 24 goals, 51 points, 167 shots on net and 66 hits in 72 contests this season. He is slated to play alongside William Karlsson and Nicolas Roy.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wild visit the Golden Knights after Gaudreau's 2-goal game

The Minnesota Wild visit the Vegas Golden Knights after Frederick Gaudreau scored two goals in the Wild's 4-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche

MARCH 31, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Golden Knights host the Oilers after overtime victory

The Vegas Golden Knights host the Edmonton Oilers after the Golden Knights beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in overtime

MARCH 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out at least one week Smith (lower body) has been ruled out for the team's next three contests, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports Tuesday.

Impact Smith has already been shelved for one contest and now appears set to miss at least three more. Prior to getting hurt, the Ontario native's offensive game was rolling with 11 points in his last 10 contests. Whenever Smith is cleared to play, he should reclaim a spot in the top six and get back to offering top-half fantasy value.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers lower-body injury Smith (lower body) didn't finish Thursday's game versus the Flames and is unlikely to play Saturday versus the Oilers, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Impact Smith wasn't available in the third period, and it appears he'll miss some time. Paul Cotter is likely to draw into the lineup to cover for Smith on Saturday and perhaps beyond, depending on the severity of the injury.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kessel, Smith score in 1st, Golden Knights beat Canucks 4-3

Phil Kessel and Reilly Smith scored in the first period, and the Vegas Golden Knights held on to beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 for their fifth straight road win

MARCH 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Western Conference-leading Golden Knights host the Blue Jackets

The Western Conference-leading Vegas Golden Knights host the Columbus Blue Jackets

MARCH 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Toffoli, Coleman each score twice, Flames win 7-2 in Vegas

Tyler Toffoli and Blake Coleman each scored twice as the Calgary Flames defeated Vegas 7-2 for their first road victory over the Golden Knights

MARCH 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hands out helper Smith logged an assist in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Flyers.

Impact Smith's impressive March continued Tuesday. He's up to three goals and five helpers through eight contests this month after setting up a Pavel Dorofeyev tally in the first period. Smith is up to 47 points, 164 shots on net, 66 hits and a plus-7 rating through 68 appearances this season while maintaining a steady place on the second line.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies in Saturday's win Smith scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact The Golden Knights got a goal from each line in this contest, and it was the second line's turn when Smith cashed in late in the second period. The winger has three goals and two helpers through six games in March. His 44 points in 66 outings are his highest marks in both areas in the last three years. Smith has added 164 shots on net, 66 hits and a plus-4 rating while seeing key minutes in all situations.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quick posts first shutout with Knights, beats Hurricanes 4-0

Jonathan Quick recorded his first shutout since joining the Vegas Golden Knights by making 33 saves in a 4-0 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night

MARCH 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS