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Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Goalie Mike Smith, who stopped 27 shots in the game vs. LA, will be back in goal for the Coyotes, who have lost six of their past seven games (1-4-2). Smith has won both of his career games against the Islanders, stopping 66 of 68 shots in those games.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2012-01-07T15:16:12.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Goalie Mike Smith made 27 games in Tuesday's game, his first after missing six games because of a lower-body injury. Smith, who has stopped 57 of 61 shots in two games LA this season, is expected to be back in goal tonight. For his career, Smith owns a 6-2-2 record and a 1.62 goals-against average vs the Kings.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2012-01-05T17:32:31.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Goalie Mike Smith leads the team out for warm ups here in St Louis. He starts for #coyotes.

In four career starts against the Blues, Smith has a 2-2-0 record with a 3.46 GAA and .877 SV%.

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Todd Walsh 2012-01-03T19:32:41.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Line Change

GLENDALE, ARIZONA --- Phoenix Coyotes General Manager Don Maloney announced today the Coyotes have activated goaltender Mike Smith off injured reserve.

Starting to look like Smith will start. He's been sidelined since December 20th with a lower-body injury.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2012-01-03T16:35:35.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

After Tuesday's morning skate, Coyotes Head Coach Dave Tippett said there's a chance starting goalie Mike Smith, who has missed the past six games because of a lower-body injury, could be back in goal tonight

In four career starts against the Blues, Smith has a 2-2-0 record with a 3.46 GAA and .877 SV%.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2012-01-03T19:32:50.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

"Looked good out there. Took shots, took practice. Won't play tomorrow... hope is that he plays on this trip at some point"

Smith continues to progress with the hope that he plays within the next week or so. Check back for a further update from the team.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-30T18:19:08.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

Mike Smith also out but practiced on own.

Smith has practiced all three days this week and likely gets back into the crease within the next couple of days.

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Naoko Funayama 2011-12-28T15:03:25.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

Mike Smith on ice for firsrt time since injury.#coyotes

Smith has been on the ice all week which is a positive sign. Considering Jason LaBarbera has allowed three-or-more goals in each of his last three starts, the Coyotes will be happy when Smith returns.

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Jim Gintonio 2011-12-27T14:32:27.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

The Coyotes also placed goaltender Mike Smith on Injured Reserve with a lower-body injury, retroactive to Tuesday, December 20.

Smith definitely will not play tonight. He is eligible to come off of IR tomorrow but likely spends a few more days on it.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-26T17:19:36.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

Meanwhile, Coyotes Head Coach Dave Tippett on Friday said Smith’s injury does not appear to be a long-term injury.

While Tippett gave that vague update, it seems like Curtis McElhinney was recalled to get some action. Sounds like Smith will at least miss another week. Prior to getting hurt, the Kingston, Ontario started 28 of 34 games.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-23T16:48:28.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Injury

Mike Smith left tonight's game with a lower body injury. He will be reevaluated tomorrow.

No word on the extent of Smith's injury. In the meantime, expect Jason LaBarbera to step into the lineup.

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Dave Vest 2011-12-21T00:23:25.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith will start in goal tonight seeking his career-best 15th victory of the season.

In 11 career appearances against the Cats, Smith has a 3-4-3 record with a 3.28 GAA and .890 SV%.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-20T15:14:30.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith is expected to start in goal for the Coyotes, one game after tying his career high for wins in a season (14) vs. on Thursday.

In 10 career starts against the Rangers, Smith has a 4-5-1 record with a 2.89 GAA, .899 SV% and one shutout.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-17T13:38:50.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

"He's happy to be back and it's something he's gonna have to work through."

In three career starts against the Oilers, Smith has a 1-1-0 record with a 3.41 GAA and .880 SV%.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-15T14:28:00.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith is expected to start in goal for the Coyotes.

Smith is 5-0-1 with a 2.00 goals-against average in six career starts against Anaheim, including two wins this season. [PhoenixCoyotes.com]

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-14T14:13:40.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith, who struggled in a 5-2 loss at Detroit on Thursday night, will be back in goal for the Coyotes as they play the second of just six December home games.

In six career appearances against the Wild , Smith has a 2-3-1 record with a 1.58 GAA, .934 SV% and two shutouts.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-10T14:17:15.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith will be back in goal for the Coyotes after taking off Tuesday night’s game at Nashville, which Phoenix won, 3-2, behind 30 saves by backup goalie Jason LaBarbera.

Smith will be seeking his 14th win of the season and the second of his career vs. the Red Wings in his fifth try. -PhoenixCoyotes.com

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-08T15:05:27.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith, whom Head Coach Dave Tippett pulled from the team’s 4-2 loss to Philadelphia on Saturday after one period, will be back in goal tonight.

In three career appearances against the Blachawks, Smith holds a 2-1-0 record with a 1.21 GAA, .953 SV% and one shutout.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-05T13:57:09.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith is expected to start in goal for the Coyotes. Smith has allowed just two goals in his past three starts and has stopped 80 of 82 shots in those games.

In 11 career appearances against the Flyers, Smith holds a 4-5-1 record with a 3.47 GAA and .891 SV%.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-03T12:22:43.000Z

Mike Smith(Goalie)(G)|Edmonton Oilers EDM

Goalie Start

Mike Smith will start in goal for the Coyotes, who have won two games in a row after a humbling 5-0 loss to Vancouver on Nov. 25. Smith stopped 24 of 25 shots in a 4-1 win at Chicago on Tuesday after shutting out Dallas on Saturday.

In 11 career starts against the Jets, Smith holds a 7-4-0 record with a 2.44 GAA and .910 SV%.

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PhoenixCoyotes.com 2011-12-01T13:52:51.000Z