Cole Smith
USA·Age 30
Season Stats 2025–26
Last 10 Games
Over the Golden Knights' last 10 games, Cole Smith has 2 points (1 goal, 1 assist) in 10 appearances. Smith has put 7 shots on net over that span. Smith has gone 5 games without a point.
About
An undrafted, physical fourth-line winger known for penalty killing and relentless forechecking, Smith joined Vegas in March 2026 via trade from Nashville. He signed as a free agent with the Chicago Blackhawks on July 1, 2026, on a three-year deal worth $3M AAV.
Notable Moments
2025-26 Season
- PhysicalPlayoffsJun 6, 2026
Big hit game — 14 hits vs Hurricanes
- PhysicalPlayoffsJun 2, 2026
Big hit game — 7 hits @ Hurricanes
- PhysicalPlayoffsMay 20, 2026
Big hit game — 8 hits @ Avalanche
- PhysicalPlayoffsApr 27, 2026
Big hit game — 9 hits @ Mammoth
Tracked since January 2026.
All moments & injuries →Transactions
- RELEASEJul 1, 2026
Released → CHI
Signed a three-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks (UFA)
- TRADE$1MMar 3, 2026
Acquired from NSH
The Vegas Golden Knights acquire Cole Smith from the Nashville Predators for a 2028 3rd round pick and Christoffer Sedoff.