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"Ian is a warrior -- he's one of those players who will do whatever he can to win. He adds a wealth of experience to our team and he's played (1,001 games) over his career. He's still durable and is capable of playing against skill players while killing penalties. He can do the little things and relishes that role."
-- Flyers GM Paul Holmgren, on Ian Laperriere
LAKings.com: You had a no trade clause. Can you talk about waving that once you heard a deal had been struck with the Kings?
Smyth: Everything was handled very well and professionally. Colorado and LA had the conversation, and my agent approached me. Colorado said they had an offer on the table, and they asked if I would think about it with my wife. We talked it over and got back to Don. The process went from there and we are very excited.
LAKings.com: You have spent the bulk of your career in the western conference. What do you know about the Kings in particular?
Smyth: That was a part of the process between myself and Colorado. They said they were going to re-build and they were given a green light to get rid of some salary. I just wanted the opportunity to go and play with some good young players. I wanted a chance to make a run.
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