Name: Ty Smith
Team: Spokane Chiefs (WHL)
Stats: 14 goals, 59 assists, 73 points
Position: Left-handed defenseman
NHL Central Scouting Ranking: 14th (North American Skaters)
In recent years, the puck-moving defenseman has become synonymous with the “new breed” of blue-liners. The typical caveat for offensively minded d-men is that their offense comes at the cost of defense.
That’s not the case with Ty Smith.
At 5’11” and 176 pounds, Smith is a plus skater who uses his first step and mobility to exit the zone with possession and opportunity.