Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

NHL Veteran Craig Smith Retires After 14 Seasons

12/9/2025

43 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Craig Smith, a former NHL forward, announced his retirement after 14 NHL seasons.
He played 987 regular-season games and posted 452 points, including 220 goals and 232 assists.
In his final season, he split time with the Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings, scoring 16 points in 59 games.
Drafted by the Nashville Predators in 2009, he helped the team reach the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.

1 of 1

Story summary

Craig Smith, a former NHL forward, announced his retirement after 14 NHL seasons.
He played 987 regular-season games and posted 452 points, including 220 goals and 232 assists.
In his final season, he split time with the Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings, scoring 16 points in 59 games.
Drafted by the Nashville Predators in 2009, he helped the team reach the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.