Geoff Smith (ice hockey)


Geoff Arthur Smith is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League from 1989 to 1999.

Playing career

Geoff Smith was drafted in the third round, 63rd overall, in the 1987 NHL Entry Draft by the Edmonton Oilers. He won the Stanley Cup as a rookie with Edmonton in the 1989–90 season. Part way through the 1993–94 NHL season Geoff Smith was traded to the Florida Panthers. Smith remained in the Panthers' organisation until he became a New York Ranger in 1997–98. He retired following his second season with the Rangers.

Coaching career

Worked as an assistant coach with the Western Hockey League's Kamloops Blazers. Was also head coach of the Kamloops Storm of the KIJHL in 2011–12. He stepped down as head coach due to work commitments. He later returned to coach two seasons of midget hockey with the Thompson Blazers for 2016-2018.

Personal

Smith is married with two children. He owns a 20-acre farm outside Kamloops, British Columbia where he breeds and sells thoroughbreds.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

Awards and honours