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Originally Posted by hbk
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That's what I was afraid of, I would greatly prefer to have had this season to see him prove himself a second year but it would seem that luxury will not be available. It's going to be tough for DM next summer (assuming the lockout is even over yet) having to make a decision on Smith. Not only does he have to decide on giving a big contract to a player who put together 1 very good year but he'll also have to consider that same player hasn't played NHL hockey in a year either. The Coyotes were primed for good things but this lockout introduces a lot of uncertainty.