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Sharks put Ben Smith on waivers

The San Jose Sharks have placed forward Ben Smith on waivers, according to TSN’s Bob McKenzie.

Smith has only appeared in six games for the Sharks this season, failing to register a point. Early on, he missed 18 games with a concussion.

In December, the 27-year-old forward was assigned to the AHL for a brief conditioning stint. He’s played two NHL games since, receiving very limited ice time. His last appearance was on Dec. 22 when he logged just 4:51 against the Kings.

Smith was acquired last season in a trade with Chicago, with Andrew Desjardins going the other way.

The Sharks did not need to waive Smith to make room for Raffi Torres, who has already been added to the active roster.

If Smith clears waivers and is sent to the AHL, it would open up a roster spot (the Sharks are currently at the maximum 23 active players) and clear some cap space.

Smith is a pending unrestricted free agent.