The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed forward Gemel Smith to a two-year, two-way contract.
Gemel Smith
Gemel Smith, 27, recorded three points in five games last season. In his career, Smith has 24 points (12 goals) in 88 games. The 27-year-old will carry an NHL salary of $750K, an AHL salary of $250K and a minor league guarantee of $350K per season.
Smith now represents valuable depth for an organization that prioritizes it at all levels. Smith can also continue to provide top-end scoring in the AHL, where he has 86 points over his past 100 games.