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Originally Posted by kyuss275
I'm not sure "risk" is the right word. I have to think the flames would like to get rid of a contract, that will probably not see another game in Flames silk, if he does clear waivers.
I don't think anybody will claim him.
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Yes, risk probably was not the right word there, though I would bet the Flames would prefer to keep him than lose him (would be a different story if they were pressed for contracts). Smith does bring depth to the Flames (though negligibly unlike his great stretch pre-injury), but he is a great asset to have for the Heat. Wouldn't be a big loss organizationally of course, but I hope he doesn't get claimed just to help the Heat more the rest of the season.
You are right, however. Barring additional injuries, this was probably Smith's last go-round in Flames' silks.