Craig Smith

Craig Smith (born September 5, 1989) is an American ice hockey player who is currently playing for the Nashville Predators in the NHL. He was selected by the Nashville Predators in the 4th round (98th overall) of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.

Playing career
Smith played major junior hockey in the United States Hockey League with the Waterloo Black Hawks. He was named to the USHL First All-Star Team for the 2008–09 season.

Smith participated at the 2011 IIHF World Championship as a member of the United States men's national ice hockey team.

After coming out of college early, Smith became the first player since Colin Wilson to make the Predators without first playing for the Milwaukee Admirals. On October 7, 2011, Smith scored his first NHL goal in his first NHL game on October 7, 2011 against Steve Mason of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Notable awards and honors

 * USHL First All-Star Team (2008–09)
 * WCHA All-Rookie Team (2009–10)
 * 2011 IIHF World Championships (Team USA)