Smith was selected by the San Jose Sharks in the ninth round, 219th overall, in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft.

In September 2007, he was invited for a tryout at the New York Rangers training camp; however, after playing in 2 pre-season games with the club, he was released.

[1] Smith was a fast skater with an energetic checking style and scrappy demeanour that sometimes resulted in fights.

Smith, who has been playing guitar since age 16, adds color to his music with a variety of other instruments like the Didgeridoo, the Xylophone, and the Donkey Jaw.

Smith made his debut as a commentator for Comcast Sports Net Bay Area during the 2009 playoffs.