Rangers place Smith on waivers, signed $17.4-million deal in June
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The New York Rangers placed defenseman Brendan Smith on waivers Thursday, according to Chris Johnston of Sportsnet.
Smith signed a four-year, $17.4-million contract with the Rangers in June.
Rangers would save pro-rated $1.025m on cap if, as expected, Smith clears and is assigned to AHL.
- Larry Brooks (@NYP_Brooksie) February 8, 2018
The veteran was acquired by the Rangers in February of last year via a trade with the Detroit Red Wings, for second- and third-round draft picks. A pending free agent at the time, he then elected to sign a long-term deal with New York.
Smith recorded one goal and eight points in 44 games this season.
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