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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
I sense Smith being a proud & confident guy isn't going to be keen on signing a deal that pays him considerably less than the $5.6 million he earned last year which makes it tough to bring him back. He was good in the playoffs but at 37 years he's not likely to be any better next season and he certainly wasn't a $5 million goaltender last season.
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I would be surprised, if he has a real desire to play again, that he wouldnt sign for 2.5-3 million a year.
Money likely isnt much motivation for him at this point in his career. More about fit, competitiveness of the team, and location. He is a big time family guy and im guessing they may be the single biggest factor in his decision.