Elliotte Friedman on his most recent podcast mentioned that Reilly Smith might be an interesting target for the Rangers. Given the history he has with Gerard Gallant in Florida and Vegas, reuniting the two wouldn’t be a surprise.
Keep phrasing in mind here. Smith’s name is in the trade rumors, and he has a history with Gallant. Thus, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him with the Rangers. Friedman doesn’t say the Rangers are or aren’t pursuing him. Phrasing does matter here.
It is worth noting that this does pass the sniff test, unlike the Tarasenko rumors.