Predators' Craig Smith: Game-time decision for Game 3

Smith is questionable for Tuesday's Game 3 against San Jose with a lower-body injury, Robby Stanley of NHL.com reports.

Analysis:

Smith has been in and out of the lineup as he continues to battle this nagging ailment. Since being hurt, the winger has failed to tally a point, although he did fire seven shots on goal in Game 2. The 29-year-old's absence will certainly be felt in the locker room, as his veteran presence could help the team dig out of their two-game deficit. If he does sit out, a potential replacement could be found in recently recalled Pontus Aberg.