News: The Oilers have signed Ladislav Smid to a four-year contract extension, the Edmonton Journal reports.
Analysis: The deal, which is reportedly worth $14 million, effectively removes Ladislav Smid's name from consideration for a trade deadline swap. The 27-year-old blueliner possess limited upside on offense, with just three points in 34 games to date, but he does at least chip in fantasy-wise with his PIMs (41), hits (103) and blocks (91).
News:Ladislav Smid collected a goal and an assist during a lopsided first period of Saturday's game against Vancouver.
Analysis: You shouldn't expect many more multi-point games from this stay-at-home defenseman.
News:Ladislav Smid is expected to be re-signed by Edmonton, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Once the lockout is over the Oilers will worry about locking Ladislav Smid up. Smid has developed into a solid d-man for Edmonton and could be in line for a three- or four-year deal.
News:Ladislav Smid will play for Liberec of the Czech Extraliga during the lockout, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Liberec lost 5-2 last night, perhaps Liberec isn't any better than Edmonton has been the past few years.
News:Ladislav Smid (neck) did not travel with the team to Vancouver for their season finale, the Edmonton Journal reports.
Analysis: Test results showed no structural damage to the neck which was a relief, but with the Oilers not heading to the playoffs, there was no reason to put the defenseman at risk.
News:Ladislav Smid (unspecified injury) could sit out the Oilers' final two games of the season, the Edmonton Journal reports.
Analysis:Ladislav Smid, who had neck surgery after the 2009-10 season, was banged up Friday (on a hit from behind) and with the Oilers out of playoff contention, there's no compelling reason to rush him back into the lineup, in particular if he tweaked his neck at all Friday.
News:Ladislav Smid, who had neck surgery after the 2009-10 season so any damage there is worrisome, might not make the road trip to Anaheim and Los Angeles for games Sunday and Monday according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: With 183 blocked shots and 185 hits taken, Ladislav Smid's body has taken a beating this season. The Oilers are really just playing it safe here and want to get their self-sacrificing defenseman some much needed rest. If he's on your roster, keep an eye on lineups over the next two days to make sure he's actually out.
Oilers Believe Smid Is One Of The Best D-men In The NHL
News: The Oilers believe that Ladislav Smid is developing into one of the top defensemen in the NHL, according to the Edmonton Journal. "I can count on one hand the games Ladi's struggled this year," said Oilers head coach Tom Renney.
Analysis:Ladislav Smid has only three goals and three assists on the season to go along with a -1 rating so it seems like Edmonton is just trying to play up one of its blueliners. He's a solid d-man, but no one to get over excited about.
News:Ladislav Smid (shoulder) blocked six shots and played 21:07 in Sunday's opener against Pittsburgh.
Analysis: He played 31 shifts -- the third-highest total on the team Sunday -- and appears to be close to 100 percent after a shoulder injury slowed him down in the preseason.
News:Ladislav Smid (shoulder) was cleared for contact Friday, according to the Oilers web site.
Analysis: This doesn't mean that Ladislav Smid will play Sunday, but he certainly has a better chance now than he did Thursday.
News:Ladislav Smid (shoulder) is unlikely to play in the season opener Sunday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis:Ladislav Smid wasn't placed on the IR like a quartet of his teammates were, so he is not that far off, but he is still wearing a no-contact jersey in practice, so he's not all that close to playing either.
News:Ladislav Smid (shoulder) skated Wednesday but was not cleared for contact, Dan Tencer of 630 CHED reports.
Analysis:Ladislav Smid is still not 100 percent after exiting Sunday's exhibition game with the injury. Consider him questionable for the Oilers' season opener.
News:Ladislav Smid left the game early versus Minnesota with a shoulder injury, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: No word yet on the severity of the injury, but the Oilers are searching the waiver wire for defensive help, certainly not a good sign.
News: Smid has signed a two-year deal to stay with the Oilers, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The former first-round pick is a stay-at-home type and his contributions at the offensive end (10 points in 78 games) are limited to the point where he doesn't offer much value even in the deepest of leagues.
News: Smid returned from a lower body injury Tuesday night, logging 22:36 of ice time in Edmonton's 2-0 win over Vancouver.
Analysis: Evidently his injury was minor since he didn't miss any game action.
News: Smid (lower body) is expected to play Tuesday, according to the Oilers web site.
Analysis: Smid may have left the game Saturday in a cast, but coach Tom Renney expects him to play Tuesday for the Oil.
News: Smid left the rink in a walking cast after the Oilers' win Saturday, the Toronto Sun reports.
Analysis: Smid played the whole game and recorded three hits and three blocked shots during the contest. He will be evaluated on Monday.
News: Smid (hand) played 19:11 and was minus-1 in Thursday's loss to Phoenix.
Analysis: He's gone four games without a point and has a minus-3 rating during that span. It's unlikely that his occasional helper from the blue line is going to be enough for you to consider him as a viable depth defenseman.
News: Smid has a badly bruised knuckle but will play against Pittsburgh on Sunday, the Edmonton Journal reports.
Analysis: Just an FYI for any Smid owners out there, as the injury could either limit him Sunday or ultimately be a cause for an early exit.
News: The Oilers have been talking with the Blackhawks about Smid, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Chicago wants Smid, but the Oilers are unwilling to give him away for just a draft pick, they want a top prospect in return, and that is unlikely to happen.
Smid May Be Playing His Last Few Games As An Oiler
News: Smid may be an ex-Oiler by the trade deadline Monday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid is a big body that playoff teams like to have and his contract is also not prohibitive. For his part Smid does not want to leave Edmonton but does admit to hearing his name in the rumors, the most prominent being a trade to the Predators.
News: Smid was kneed in the head in the second period of Saturday's game by the Blues' David Backes. He was woozy as he tried to leave the ice and cameras caught him struggling on the Oilers' bench.
Analysis: He only recently returned after sitting four games with concussion-like symptoms and this innocent hit looks like it could set him back. Watch and wait.
News: Smid has averaged 19 minutes of ice time and is minus-2 in his past three games since his return from a concussion.
Analysis: Needless to say, Smid is just a low-end fantasy defenseman. He's more valuable to the Oilers than he is to your fantasy team.
News: Smid (concussion) won't play Tuesday versus Phoenix, according to the Edmonton Sun.
Analysis: The Oilers believe he is ready to go, but still want Smid to practice a few more days before they activate him off the IL.
News: Smid (concussion) should be ready to play Tuesday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid is skating and hasn't had any setbacks, so he is very likely to be in the lineup Tuesday versus Phoenix. If for some reason he is on your fantasy team, you can feel free to activate him this week.
News: Smid (concussion) practiced Saturday for the first time since being placed on the injured list, according to the Oilers web site.
Analysis: Smid will probably not play Sunday in Anaheim, but Tuesday in Phoenix is a realistic goal.
News: Smid (concussion) was placed on the injured list, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid is out at least a week, but with a concussion there can be no set timetable for his return.
News: Smid (concussion) won't play Wednesday versus Chicago, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid suffered the injury after taking a punch from Sean Avery of the Rangers. He will be put on injured reserve as the Oilers will play it safe and not rush him back.
News: Smid (face) missed a second straight day of practice Tuesday, Dan Tencer of 630 CHED reports.
Analysis: Smid has missed two days of practice after taking a cheap shot from Sean Avery on Sunday. Consider him questionable for Wednesday's game against the Blackhawks.
News: Smid was unable to practice Monday after using his face to block the fist of the Rangers' Sean Avery on Sunday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid went after Avery after he buried a teammate into the boards with a legal check. Avery at first declined the invitation to drop the gloves, and as soon as Smid let his guard down, Avery went after him and landed a punch to his face. You have to just love Sean Avery. This little episode set up fight day at MSG as the teams no longer cared about scoring goals, but were trying to score knockouts instead. Too bad they don't have back-to-back games -- it would certainly be entertaining.
News: Smid (neck) returned to the Oilers on Thursday.
Analysis: There was some worry early in the week that Smid may have to miss some time due to a neck injury, but everything checked out fine and Smid played against Calgary on Thursday, picking up an assist.
News: Smid will see a doctor regarding his neck Monday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: Smid took a hard hit from the Flames' Rene Bourque and may have broken his nose along with injuring his neck. The concern is that Smid had surgery on a herniated disc in his neck last March.
News: Smid believe he is ready to handle his new role as a top four defenseman, according to the Edmonton Sun.
Analysis: The Oilers have seen four starting d-men from last season go in other directions so Smid will be relied upon to pick up some of the slack.
News: The Edmonton Journal reports that Oilers D Ladislav Smid has a bulging disc in his neck and has been shut down for the season.
Analysis: This injury is just the latest setback in what has been a disappointing career for the 2004 first-round pick. Smid was on track to have a career season before going down with the injury, but even then his numbers would have been very modest for Fantasy play. It's safe to cut him in all Fantasy formats.
News: The Oilers have removed D Ladislav Smid (concussion) from injured reserve.
Analysis: Smid has yet to reach a dozen points in his four-year career, but he does have a surprising plus-5 for the awful Oilers this year. Continue to only worry about him in the deepest of leagues that reward penalty killing and plus/minus.
News: CHED radio out of Edmonton reports that Oilers D Ladislav Smid (concussion) practiced on Tuesday, but wore a non-contact jersey.
Analysis: Smid appears to be at least a week or two away from returning to action, but the fact he's practicing again is a good sign. Continue to only worry about him in the deepest of leagues, however.
News: The Oilers have placed D Ladislav Smid on injured reserve with a concussion.
Analysis: Smid hasn't played since Jan. 20, so he could return to action at any time. However, he is only skating lightly at the moment, so appears to be at least a week or two away. He has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid sat out a fourth straight game Saturday as Edmonton fell to the Flames.
Analysis: Before getting hurt, Smid hadn't recorded a point in 19 games and was minus-7 in January. He has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid was not in the lineup on Thursday against the Blues because of an upper-body issue. He has missed three games and remains day to day.
Analysis: The Oilers continue to toil with mediocrity and don't have much of a chance to make the playoffs. There is no sense in rushing back Smid, who hasn't recorded a point in 19 games and is minus-7 in January. He has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Edmonton D Ladislav Smid (upper body) was a scratch on Tuesday against Chicago. He missed his second straight game.
Analysis: Smid hasn't recorded a point in 19 games and he is minus-7 in January. This is by far his worst stretch of the season. Smid was playing well early in the year, but as Edmonton has hit the skids since December it shows up in Smid's play. He has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid was out Friday against the Stars because of an upper-body injury.
Analysis: Smid hasn't recorded a point in 19 games and he is minus-7 in January. This is by far his worst stretch of the season. Smid was playing well early in the year, but as Edmonton has hit the skids since December it shows up in Smid's play. He has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: CHED radio out of Edmonton reports that Oilers D Ladislav Smid will not play Friday vs. Dallas because of an upper-body injury.
Analysis: Smid has only nine points this season, but his plus-5 is second on the Oilers squad behind Ales Hemsky, who is out for the year. Smid has some value in super-deep formats that reward plus/minus, when healthy.
News: Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid played on Wednesday against the Maple Leafs after having X-rays to ensure he hadn't broken any bones in his hand fighting Calgary's Jarome Iginla on Monday night. Smid had no points in 18:01 of ice time and finished at plus-1.
Analysis: Smid has no points in 10 games, but he is still at plus-12 on the season and is having his finest campaign as a NHLer. It seems his game is more suited for Pat Quinn's style than the previous coach, Craig MacTavish. Still, Smid isn't lighting it up for Fantasy owners and has low-end appeal.
News: Edmonton D Ladislav Smid (flu) was able to get back into the lineup on Tuesday night at Ottawa. He recently returned from a bout of the swine flu, but had missed the last two games.
Analysis: Smid just can't seem to get past the flu bug. Hopefully he can fully recover and remain in the lineup going forward. Smid was playing some of the best hockey of his career before the illness problems and hopefully he can return to that level. Still, he has only low-end Fantasy appeal.
News: Edmonton D Ladislav Smid was held out with the flu on Sunday against the Avalanche. He recently returned from a bout of the swine flu, but has missed the last two games.
Analysis: Smid just can't seem to get past the flu bug at this time. It's a real shame too since Smid seems to be playing some of the best hockey of his career. He is still a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid was able to play Thursday against the Red Wings despite a bout of swine flu. He had no points in 26:13 of ice time and finished at even. He has no points in his last four games.
Analysis: For a person who just had the swine flu, Smid looked OK on Thursday. He had a season-high in ice time. Smid has four points and a plus-7 rating in 13 games and is probably playing the best hockey of his career. Still, he has low-end Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid has the swine flu.
Analysis: Smid is a former first-round pick, but his offensive game has never really emerged in the NHL. He has some minimal value in deeper leagues, but might be OK by the time Fantasy Week 5 (Nov. 2-8) starts.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid played in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Flames. Smid is coming off hand surgery in April.
Analysis: Smid is a former first-round pick, but his offensive game has never emerged in the NHL. Ignore him in all drafts this September.
News: The Edmonton Oilers signed defenseman Ladislav Smid to a two-year contract on Wednesday, and agreed to one-year, two-way deals with forwards Gilbert Brule and Ryan Stone. Smid, 23, set career highs in assists and points with 11 last season. He had no goals and 57 penalty minutes in 60 games. "I'm very pleased to have Ladislav signed," Oilers general manager Steve Tambellini said in a statement. "He's a very competitive young defenseman that has the ability to contribute in all situations."
Analysis: Smid has played in 202 career NHL games, all with the Oilers, recording three goals, 22 assists and 152 penalty minutes. Smid was obtained from the Anaheim Ducks with Joffrey Lupul and three draft picks for defenseman Chris Pronger in July 2006. "This is great news for me," Smid said. "I really enjoy playing for the Oilers. I feel my game is improving every year and I can't wait to get started again this fall." Smid has been raving about new Oilers coach Pat Quinn and how he gets a fresh start after being in Craig MacTavish's doghouse plenty since his rookie season in 2006-07. Smid, who is recovering from offseason hand surgery, has been a disappointing first-round pick. Until he gets his career on the right path, he has low-end Fantasy appeal.
News: The Edmonton Journal reports Oilers D Ladislav Smid continues to recover following successful hand surgery in April. "The hand hasn't healed completely yet," Smid said, "but I am able to practice full tilt, under doctors' guidance, and that's what I've been doing the last three weeks. I hope to come to camp in top shape, so I don't have to go through the uncertainties I went through in the previous (three) seasons)."
Analysis: Smid has been raving about new Oilers coach Pat Quinn and how he gets a fresh start after being in Craig MacTavish's doghouse plenty since his rookie season in 2006-07. Still, his celebrating could be a little premature as Smid is a restricted free agent and might not be brought back to Edmonton after being a first-round bust to this point in his career. Even if Smid is back with the Oilers, he won't have much Fantasy value Draft Day.
News: The Oilers placed D Ladislav Smid on injured reserve Monday after he fractured his left hand Sunday against the Wild. The Oilers recalled defenseman Taylor Chorney from Springfield of the AHL to take Smid's roster spot.
Analysis: This is the second trip for Smid to IR this season. Smid was placed on IR because of a concussion in early November after winding up on the wrong end of a hit during a November 5 game at Columbus. Smid is likely done for the season after his latest setback. He will hardly be missed in Fantasy circles since Smid has no goals this season. He has been a first-round bust and barely a blip on the Fantasy radar.
News: Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid left Sunday's game against the Wild in the second period after breaking his left hand. He failed to record a point in 6:06 of ice time and finished at even.
Analysis: If the break turns out to be severe, Smid is likely done for the season. He will hardly be missed in Fantasy circles since Smid has no goals this season. He has been a first-round bust and barely a blip on the Fantasy radar.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Blues after one game due to a neck injury. Smid didn't record a point in 15:44 of ice time and finished at even.
Analysis: Smid has shown some offensive spark as of late, but it hasn't been enough to get excited in Fantasy. He has really been a disappointing first-round pick, but does have a career-high 11 points in 2008-09. Until Smid really starts pouring on the points, he has little to no Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid was able to play Tuesday against the Canadiens after leaving Saturday's game with an undisclosed injury. He didn't record a point in 16:21 of ice time and finished at minus-2. He also spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: Smid has four assists in his last five games, but is still without a goal since the 2006-07 season. He has really been a disappointing first-round pick, but does have a career-high 11 points in 2008-09. Until Smid really starts pouring on the points, he has little to no Fantasy value when healthy.
News: The Oilers had some good news on defenseman Ladislav Smid after he left Saturday's game against the Maple Leafs due to injury. He played just one shift after an early collision with Nikolai Kulemin, but coach Craig MacTavish said that Smid, who had no points in 30 seconds, looked good after the game and shouldn't miss more time.
Analysis: Smid has four assists in his last four games, but is still without a goal since the 2006-07 season. He has really been a disappointing first-round pick, but does have a career-high 11 points in 2008-09. Until Smid really starts pouring on the points, he has little to no Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid tallied an assist and finished at even in 12:37 of ice time Sunday against the Wild. He has an assist in his last two games after going five games without a point.
Analysis: Smid has found a regular spot in the defensive rotation since December, but he still isn't providing much offense for Edmonton. He has been pretty much a first-round bust and has little to no Fantasy value until he gets on a roll.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid failed to record a point in 15:42 of ice time Tuesday against the Blue Jackets. He still hasn't scored this season and has just two points in his last 22 games.
Analysis: Smid has found a regular spot in the defensive rotation since December, but he still isn't providing much offense for Edmonton. He has been pretty much a first-round bust and has little to no Fantasy value until he gets on a roll.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid came off injured reserve Thursday after not playing since Nov. 5 because of a concussion. He returned to the lineup against the Red Wings as a left winger. He didn't record a point in 7:11 of ice time and finished at even. He took two shots on net and spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: Smid has 16 points in 151 career games and the Oilers are hoping a move to a forward position will help spark Smid's game. But if you look at the former first-rounder's history, he has never been a big-time offensive threat. Until he starts posting consistent points, Smid has limited Fantasy appeal.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Oilers D Ladislav Smid, who is close to returning from a concussion, might be coming back as a winger. Coach Craig MacTavish is so concerned about his club's lack of grit up front that he's kicking around the idea of playing Smid on the wing for a spell.
Analysis: This would be great news for Smid's few owners and would give him a great boost in value. Dustin Byfuglien last year and Ian White this year have made nice transitions to the forward positions and blue-liners that play up front can be worth a ton in Fantasy play. Keep an eye on his developing situation.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid has been placed on injured reserve with a concussion. He has not played since sustaining the head injury Nov. 5 against Columbus.
Analysis: This move almost seemed inevitable since concussions are usually nothing to mess around with in the NHL. However, Smid will hardly be missed since he was a fringe defenseman when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid missed a fifth straight game Saturday against Colorado because of a concussion.
Analysis: The Oilers continue to take it day-to-day with Smid as he recovers from a concussion. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid missed a fourth straight game Thursday against the Maple Leafs because of a concussion. He remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Avalanche.
Analysis: The Oilers continue to take it day-to-day with Smid as he recovers from a concussion. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid missed a third straight game Monday against the Rangers because of a concussion. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Maple Leafs.
Analysis: The Oilers continue to take it day-to-day with Smid as he recovers from a concussion. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid missed a second straight game Sunday against the Devils because of a concussion. He remains questionable heading into Monday against the Rangers.
Analysis: Smid was seeing some extra playing time with Denis Grebeshkov out with his own concussion, but Grebeshkov came off IR Sunday. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid sat out Thursday against the Penguins with a concussion that occurred Wednesday night against the Flyers.
Analysis: Smid was seeing some extra playing time with Denis Grebeshkov out with his own concussion. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid made a huge save early in the game Wednesday against the Blue Jackets when Dwayne Roloson was out of position on R.J. Umberger's shot. Soon after, Smid sustained a concussion and didn't return. Smid didn't have a point in 5:33 of ice time and finished at even.
Analysis: Smid was coming off a two-assist game against Philadelphia and was seeing some extra playing time with Denis Grebeshkov out with his own concussion. Smid is a first-round bust at this point of his career and has limited Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid tallied his first points of the season Sunday when he assisted twice in a win over the Flyers.
Analysis: Smid is a former first-round pick who is a healthy scratch quite often. Continue to ignore him in all formats for now.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Oilers D Ladislav Smid is back in the press box with the return of defenseman Steve Staios, who played Saturday against the Canucks after returning from a personal leave. Smid has been a healthy scratch in all but two games this season.
Analysis: Smid continues to be just an injury replacement at this time and that doesn't help his Fantasy value. He continues to disappoint as a former first-rounder and can be left alone in Fantasy.
News: D Ladislav Smid, a healthy scratch in Edmonton's first three games, got into his first game of the season Saturday against Calgary as a replacement for the injured Sheldon Souray. He didn't have a point in 12:38 of ice time and finished at even while taking just one shot.
Analysis: Smid continues to be just an injury replacement at this time and that doesn't help his Fantasy value. Don't forget that Smid was the Oilers' first-round pick (ninth overall) in 2004. But he hasn't made many offensive strides since then and appears to be a first-round bust. Smid will have a hard time breaking the top-four in 2008-09 as long as everyone stays healthy, so consider him a Fantasy reserve to open the season.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Oilers D Ladislav Smid, who played 65 games last season and thought he'd established himself as an everyday player, started the season in the press box Sunday against the Avalanche. He did not have a good camp and will have to win his job back.
Analysis: Don't forget that Smid was the Oilers' first-round pick (ninth overall) in 2004. But he hasn't made many offensive strides since then and appears to be a first-round bust. Smid will have a hard time breaking the top-four in 2008-09 as long as everyone stays healthy, so consider him a Fantasy reserve to open the season.
News:The Sports Xchange reports the Oilers believe D Ladislav Smid is at a point in his career where he should be ready to elevate his game to the next level, the one where he provides veteran consistency.
Analysis: Don't forget that Smid was the Oilers' first-round pick (ninth overall) in 2004. But he hasn't made many offensive strides since then and appears to be a first-round bust. Smid will have a hard time breaking the top-four in 2008-09 as long as everyone stays healthy, so consider him a Fantasy reserve to open the season.
News: Edmonton D Ladislav Smid returned to the lineup Sunday against the Blackhawks after missing seven games with a right knee and ankle sprain. Smid did not record a point in 12:23 of ice time and finished at plus-2.
Analysis: Smid has just four assists and a minus-13 rating this season. He hasn't really matured into the player many believed he would and has limited Fantasy value at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Ladislav Smid (ankle) isn't going to be available anytime soon, so the Oilers will bring up a defenseman from Springfield (AHL) shortly.
Analysis: Smid was injured during practice Thursday, and while he escaped a serious knee injury, his ankle continues to bother him. He hasn't really matured into the player many believed he would and has limited Fantasy value at this time.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid missed a second straight game Sunday against the Avalanche because of an ankle injury. He remains questionable for Tuesday against the Red Wings.
Analysis: Smid was injured during practice Thursday, and while he escaped a serious knee injury, his ankle continues to bother him. He hasn't really matured into the player many believed he would and has limited Fantasy value at this time.
News: Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid was not in the lineup Friday against Dallas after he crashed into the boards during a one-on-one drill in practice Thursday. He is questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Analysis: Smid had his right ankle in a walking cast with crutches under his arms. He said the knee feels fine, but the ankle might be sprained. Smid is not worth using in Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid is questionable for Friday's game at Dallas after he crashed into the boards during a one-on-one drill in practice Thursday.
Analysis: Smid, who had his right ankle in a walking cast and crutches under his arms, said his knee feels fine, but the ankle might be sprained. Smid is not worth using in Fantasy leagues at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Oilers D Ladislav Smid is in the coach's doghouse. He's made glaring mistakes that led to goals in each of Edmonton's last two games (he was minus-2 against the Flames on Saturday).
Analysis: Add into the equation that Smid has just one point in 11 games and he is not winning over many people. Smid is not worth using in Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: The Edmonton Oilers placed defenseman Sheldon Souray on the injured list with a sprained left shoulder and recalled Ladislav Smid on Wednesday.
Analysis: Smid had a goal and four assists in eight games for the American Hockey League's Springfield Falcons. He played 77 games for Edmonton last season and had three goals and 10 assists. He doesn’t do enough offensively to help Fantasy owners this season.
News: Ladislav Smid (ribs) returned to the lineup on Monday against the Canucks, but he was scoreless with a minus-1 rating and three shots on goal in 23:54 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Smid back into the active Fantasy lineup in all larger leagues which allow daily moves.
News: Ladislav Smid is battling bruised ribs, which he suffered over the weekend against the Blues.
Analysis: Smid is considered day to day. If you have healthier alternatives heading into Fantasy Week 25 (March 19-25), we advise using them instead.
News: Oilers D Ladislav Smid (knee) returned to the team's lineup Thursday against the Wild. He played for 19:53 and finished with an even rating.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Smid back into active Fantasy lineups. He is a low-end Fantasy defender when healthy.
News: Ladislav Smid (knee) was unable to play in Tuesday's game against Phoenix. He was replaced in the lineup by minor-league recall Danny Syvret.
Analysis: Smid is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Edmontonoilers.com reports Ladislav Smid sufferd a knee injury in the first period of Sunday's game against the Wild. The ailment is the result of a knee-to-knee hit.
Analysis: Smid should be reserved in all larger leagues for Fantasy Week 22 (Feb. 26-March 4) and keep him out of the active lineup until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Oilers rookie D Ladislav Smid has two assists in the last six games, but just five assists and no goals this season. He also has a minus-7 rating.
Analysis: Smid might be a solid defender down the road, but right now has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Edmonton was without D Ladislav Smid, placed on the injured list after he sprained his left shoulder in the first period of the Oilers' win over Dallas on Thursday.
Analysis: It appears as though Smid will be out of the lineup for a couple of weeks, making him useless in Fantasy leagues in the meantime.
News: Rookie Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid left the game early on Thursday in the first period with a shoulder sprain and did not return.
Analysis: Smid has a big shot from the point, but so far he has yet to click offensively in his first NHL season. He remains useful only in the largest of long-term keeper Fantasy pools at this point. Don't be surprised to see it all click one year and for Smid to have a jump in offensive numbers similar to that of Sheldon Souray a couple of season ago in Montreal. Keep him out of all active Fantasy lineups until he is able to make his return.
News: Ladislav Smid (pronounced Schmeed) is still searching for his first NHL goal through 38 games. He has managed three assists to go along with a minus-9 rating.
Analysis: Smid has a big shot from the point, but so far he has yet to click offensively in his first NHL season. He remains useful only in the largest of long-term keeper Fantasy pools at this point. Don't be surprised to see it all click one year and for Smid to have a jump in offensive numbers similar to that of Sheldon Souray a couple of season ago in Montreal.
News: Ladislav Smid was scoreless with no shots on goal in Sunday's game at St. Louis.
Analysis: Smid is scoreless in 10 straight games and he has not even taken a shot in nine of those contests. He is far more valuable to his real team than Fantasy owners, so avoid him in all leagues.
News: Joffrey Lupul and Ladislav Smid were scoreless with a minus-1 rating in Thursday's regular season debut for the Edmonton Oilers in the opening night win against the Flames.
Analysis: Despite the poor performance, the two youngsters are solid Fantasy plays in most formats. The Oilers will be back in action on Saturday at Calgary.
News: Defenseman prospect Ladislav Smid was traded to the Edmonton Oilers along with forward Joffrey Lupul and three draft picks to the Anaheim Ducks on Monday for defenseman Chris Pronger.
Analysis: Smid is a prospect who is from the Czech Republic, likely ticketed for Hamilton or Iowa of the AHL. He has the potential to emerge as a solid Fantasy prospect down the road, but has no appeal heading into the 2006-07 season.
