Zack Smith Placed On Waivers

Longest serving Senator being pushed out

In a bit of a surprising move, the Senators have placed Zack Smith on waivers this morning. While the move makes sense financially,  I am surprised that the Senators were not able to get a pick for him even with his overpaid contract. Although Dreger and Pagnotta both confirmed there were failed efforts to trade him last season and in the summer mainly due to his hefty contract and Sens inability to take on a contract in return.

It will be sad to see him go as he was one of the last standing veteran favourites of mine but it shouldn’t be a shock to anyone that he was not going to finish the season in Ottawa (or start it as it’s now apparent). This move will also open a roster spot for one of the young players fitting the theme of a younger team which would be the only explanation for the timing of the move. With 3 years remaining on an expensive contract, it will be interesting to see who/if he will be claimed; my vote goes to the Sharks.

Zack Smith played 542 regular season games with the Senators with his best season coming in 2015/2016 where he scored 36 points (25G, 11A) and has significantly regressed since.

Again, I’m surprised at the timing and the fact that they couldn’t get anything for him but then again we all know this isn’t about hockey in any way. Another sad day in Sens land, at least for me.


Not everyone can afford to pay for sports coverage right now, and that is why we will keep as much of the site's content free for as long as we can.


But if you are able to, please consider subscribing to help keep our articles free (and get a few extra perks).

Erik Condra
  • Ability to comment and participate in our community
  • Twice monthly newsletter available only to subscribers
  • Ad-free reading
  • Our undying love and appreciation
Brady Tkachuk
  • Everything from the Erik Condra tier
  • 10% discount on all merch
  • Access to any future paywalled content
  • A personal thank-you from the Silver Seven staff
Daniel Alfredsson
  • Everything from the Brady Tkachuk tier
  • Inner peace knowing you are supporting quality, independent coverage of your favourite sports team