[killer_carlson]

Classy move, yes, but not one that would be made to every player in the same situation.

A lot of credit goes to Smid here. By many accounts he is a natural leader and holds teammates accountable during practice. He presents as a true pro - example asking for the conditioning stint last year.

I think this guy always presented as having post career management/coach/scout material. I think the opportunity just came earlier than anyone expected.

I'm glad we've got him and not the Oilers. I'm a fan.