Flint Firebirds defenseman Blake Smith

Blake Smith Signed to NHL Entry-Level Contract by Toronto Maple Leafs

FLINT - The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Thursday that they have signed Firebirds defenseman Blake Smith to a three-year entry-level NHL contract. Smith appeared in 64 games during his overage season with the Firebirds in 2024-25. The 6'5, 225-pound defenseman set career-highs with 10 goals, 22 assists, 32 points and a +15 plus/minus rating. He was named the best shot blocker in the Western Conference in the 2024-25 OHL... Full Story