Cole Smith has been activated from the IR by the Nashville Predators.

Cole Smith is currently on the injured reserve list due to a lower-body injury.

Cole Smith attempted to ignite Nashville's struggling offense by challenging Zack Ostapchuk to a fight in the closing moments of the second period, reflecting the Predators' effort to use physicality as a spark.

Cole Smith scored a crucial goal with 2:38 left in the third period, helping the Predators tie the game and force overtime. He acknowledged the importance of earning at least one point from the game and emphasized the need for the team to start securing two points in future matches. Smith also credited goalie Scott Wedgewood for keeping the team competitive throughout the night.

Cole Smith scored one of the two goals for the Predators in their loss to the Oilers, contributing to the team's effort despite their recent struggles, having lost five of their last six games.