Smith scored a goal on two shots, added two PIM and went plus-2 in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Devils.
Smith has scored in consecutive games for the first time this season. The 20-year-old has racked up four goals and two helpers over his last five outings as he starts to get into a groove on offense. For the season, he's produced 10 points, 24 shots on net, eight PIM and a plus-2 rating across 11 appearances. He should continue to see time in a top-six role and on the first power-play unit, so the only thing fantasy managers can ask for now is a little more game-to-game consistency.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Tickles twine in loss
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Smith scored a goal on three shots in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Kings.
Smith got the Sharks on the board at 15:33 of the second period. The 20-year-old has yet to put together a point streak, but he's had a couple of explosive games on offense. He's at three goals, nine points, 22 shots on net and an even plus-minus rating through 10 outings. Smith has plenty of potential, and as the Sharks' team performance matures throughout the year, he should find more consistency on offense.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Four-point night includes GWG
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Smith scored two goals, one the overtime winner, and added two assists in Thursday's 6-5 victory over the Rangers.
Smith scored his first two goals of the season and San Jose's final two tallies of the night, banging home a rebound early in the third period just after a two-man advantage had expired before ripping a one-timer past Igor Shesterkin in the extra frame. The 20-year-old Smith is showing signs of becoming a very effective Robin to Macklin Celebrini's Batman, and through seven games to begin the season, Smith has eight points.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Manages three helpers
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Smith recorded three assists and three shots on goal in Saturday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Ducks.
One of Smith's three helpers came on the power play. The 20-year-old is playing alongside Macklin Celebrini, and it seems the two young forwards will have a significant influence on each other's performance at both even strength and with the man advantage. Smith should be in consideration for fantasy managers who need points and shots, but don't expect him to add much physicality. He should be a top-six fixture throughout the year.
Smith scored a goal and added two PIM in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Oilers.
Smith scored for the fourth game in a row -- he has five goals and three assists in that span. He got the Sharks on the board in the first period of this contest. Smith is up to 18 goals, 45 points, 122 shots on net, 18 PIM and a minus-10 rating over 71 appearances. Fantasy managers in redraft formats should have the 20-year-old on their radar by now, as he's put together a strong rookie season.
Sharks' Will Smith: Racks up four points Wednesday
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Smith scored a goal on three shots, dished three assists and went plus-2 in Wednesday's 8-7 overtime loss to the Wild.
Smith has four goals and three assists during his three-game point streak. Both of the Sharks' top rookies, Smith and Macklin Celebrini, had great performances despite the overtime loss. For the season, Smith has 17 goals, 27 helpers, 12 power-play points, 121 shots on net and a minus-10 rating over 70 appearances. The Sharks have four games left on the schedule, so Smith still has plenty of time to help fantasy managers pad their scoring numbers.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Nets pair of goals Monday
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Smith netted two goals, including one on a power play, and tallied four shots on net in Monday's 3-2 loss to Calgary.
Smith was the lone player to find the back of the net for either team throughout the first two periods. The Flames tallied three goals in the final period before Smith netted his second goal of the game on a late power play. The 20-year-old forward is up to 16 goals, 40 points and 118 shots on goal in 69 appearances this season. Smith's rookie campaign has been a strong showing overall but has taken a step up as of late. The fourth overall selection in the 2023 NHL Draft has 17 points in his last 19 games. With three goals in his last two games, Smith has good value in fantasy, making him a strong waiver wire target in most formats.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Tallies lone goal in loss
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Smith scored a goal on three shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Kraken.
Smith ended an eight-game goal drought with this tally. In that span, he was limited to two assists despite pumping 17 shots on net. The 20-year-old's recent dry spell aside, he's made a great first impression on a rebuilding team. Smith has 14 goals, 38 points, 114 shots on net and a minus-13 rating across 68 appearances as a rookie.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Picks up power-play assist
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Smith logged a power-play assist and went minus-3 in Saturday's 6-1 loss to the Rangers.
Smith has been limited to a pair of helpers over his last five contests. The 20-year-old forward assisted on Cameron Lund's first NHL tally late in the third period to break up Jonathan Quick's shutout bid. Smith is up to 37 points (11 on the power play), 105 shots on net and a minus-12 rating through 64 appearances this season. He's been good with 11 points through 12 outings in March, but there could still be some ups and downs for Smith as he works on closing out 2024-25 on a high note.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Garners helper in Saturday's win
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Smith notched an assist and went plus-2 in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Bruins.
Smith set up Lucas Carlsson's first goal as a Shark at 16:37 of the third period, and that tally held up as the game-winner. The 20-year-old Smith had been held off the scoresheet in the previous two contests, but he still has four goals and six assists over 10 outings in March. For the season, he's fourth in the rookie scoring race with 36 points over 62 appearances. He's added 103 shots on net and a minus-9 rating this season while mostly seeing top-six minutes since late December.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Earns two points in win
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Smith scored a goal on three shots, added a power-play assist and went plus-2 in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Blackhawks.
Smith's hot streak continued with another multi-point effort, his fourth in eight games. He's riding a five-game point streak with three goals and four assists in that span. The 19-year-old has really settled into a top-six role lately, and he's now at 13 goals, 35 points (10 on the power play), 94 shots on net and a minus-10 rating through 59 outings this season.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Puts up helper
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Smith logged an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Predators.
Smith continues to impress in a top-six role. He has four goals and six assists over his last eight outings, with his latest contribution being the set-up play on Collin Graf's third-period tally Tuesday. For the season, Smith is up to 33 points, 91 shots on net and a minus-12 rating across 58 appearances. While those aren't Macklin Celebrini numbers, Smith has had a strong rookie year and looks to be a big part of the Sharks' offense for years to come.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Tallies late on power play
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Smith scored a power-play goal on three shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Islanders.
Smith has gotten on the scoresheet in six of the last seven games, earning four goals and five assists in that span. He's also earned five power-play points during that stretch of play. The 19-year-old is up to 32 points (12 goals, 20 helpers) through 57 contests this season. He's compiled nine power-play points, 89 shots on net and a minus-12 rating while filling a top-six role in recent weeks.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Pockets power-play assist
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Smith notched a power-play assist, two shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 7-3 loss to the Avalanche.
Smith stayed hot on offense -- he has three goals and five assists over his last six outings. The 19-year-old set up a tally by Macklin Celebrini in the third period, which got Celebrini to the 20-goal mark. Smith hasn't enjoyed the same success as a rookie in 2024-25, but he's at a decent 31 points (20 helpers) with 86 shots on net and a minus-11 rating across 56 appearances.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Third two-point game in last four
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Smith had a goal and an assist in a 6-2 win over Buffalo on Tuesday night.
Smith's goal extended the Sharks' lead to 5-2 at 12:49 of the third period when he scored blocker side from the left circle on a 3-on-1 rush. The 19-year-old has put up three, two-point games (three goals, three assists) in his last four appearances. Smith is a distant fourth on the rookie scoring list with 30 points (11 goals, 19 assists), but his upside is immense.
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