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Vegas Golden Knights Acquire Forward Cole Smith to Boost Defense and Physicality

The Vegas Golden Knights, seeking to revitalize their struggling season, have traded a 2028 third-round draft pick to the Nashville Predators for forward Cole Smith. Smith, known for his defensive prowess and physical play, brings 119 hits and 31 penalty minutes to the team. Although not a prolific scorer with just 6 goals and 10 points this season, his addition is expected to bolster the teams bottom six forwards and provide the necessary edge. Smith, in the final year of a two-year, $1 million contract, will become an unrestricted free agent after the season. The Golden Knights, with the trade deadline looming, hope Smiths arrival sparks a turnaround in their recent slump.

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