Ben Smith News
Right Wing
Chicago Blackhawks
“Ben Smith has suffered a right hip labral tear and a hernia. He will undergo endoscopic surgery next Thursday (March 15) to repair both issues. We anticipate a full recovery in approximately 16 weeks.”
Smith is now lost for the regular season and the playoffs. He scored two goals in 13 games with the Blackhawks this season.
March 8, 2012, 5:52 p.m.
#Blackhawks have assigned Ben Smith and Brandon Pirri to Rockford of the AHL.
Expect Smith to come back up after the break. He has two goals in 13 games, primarily playing on the fourth line.
Jan. 25, 2012, 12:31 p.m.
Smith is playing. 1/3 of forwards tonight are rookies.
Look for Smith to fill in on the third line. The rookie has two goals in nine games with the Blackhawks.
Jan. 18, 2012, 1:05 p.m.
#Blackhawks recall Ben Smith
Smith is on a tear in the AHL with 12 goals and 21 points over 22 games. Look for him to add some depth to the Blackhawks forward corps.
Jan. 17, 2012, 12:26 p.m.
The Chicago Blackhawks have activated forward Marcus Kruger from Injured Reserve and assigned forward Ben Smith to the American Hockey League’s Rockford IceHogs.
Smith has two goals in nine games while playing mostly on the fourth line. He has no fantasy hockey value while in the minors.
Jan. 13, 2012, 11:38 a.m.
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Smith slots right into Patrick Sharp's spot on the second line. He scored 10 goals and 18 points in 19 games with the Rockford IceHogs.
Jan. 10, 2012, 12:03 p.m.
#Blackhawks will recall Ben Smith from Rockford of the AHL later today.
Smith gets the call due to the recent Sharp injury. He had one goal over seven games during his first stint with the big club.
Jan. 9, 2012, 2:02 p.m.
Blackhawks have reassigned winger Ben Smith to Rockford.
John Scott filled in admirably on the fourth line last night, making Smith an expensive luxury.
Dec. 17, 2011, 10:49 a.m.
Ben Smith has been recalled by the #Blackhawks with Carcillo hurt.
Expect Smith to fill in on the fourth line.
Dec. 15, 2011, 5:22 p.m.
Ben Smith sent to rockford, per hawks
The rookie has a goal over seven games. Expect Bryan Bickell to take his place on a checking line.
Dec. 12, 2011, 1:56 p.m.
Ben Smith will "likely" play tonight for the #Blackhawks, per Quenneville.
Smith likely draws into the lineup and will play for only the third time this season. He has one goal through eight career regular season games.
Dec. 2, 2011, 1:02 p.m.
Quenneville told WGN radio that Ben Smith would play right wing on Bolland's line tonight.
Smith will play in his first game this season. Smith scored six goals and 10 points in only nine games with the Rockford Ice Hogs indicating he is too good for the AHL.
Nov. 18, 2011, 2:14 p.m.
VANCOUVER, B.C. -- Chicago Blackhawks forward Ben Smith will be joining the team on its current six-game road trip, according to a source familiar with the situation.
Smith scored six goals and 10 points in only nine games with the Rockford Ice Hogs indicating he is too good for the AHL. He should get a few looks on a scoring line.
Nov. 17, 2011, 2:25 p.m.
#Blackhawks assign Ben Smith to Rockford. Well, that answers that question.
Smith loses all immediate fantasy hockey value with his demotion.
Oct. 17, 2011, 3:09 p.m.
Q said Ben Smith getting better and they'll discuss whether or not he makes the trip. #Blackhawks
With Victor Stalberg back in the lineup and Rostislav Olesz filling in on the second line, the Blackhawks don't need to rush Smith back into the lineup. Stay tuned for a further update on the wounded winger.
Oct. 17, 2011, 1:56 p.m.
