Devante Smith-Pelly signs PTO with Canadiens' AHL affiliate

League journeyman Devante Smith-Pelly has signed a professional tryout with the Montreal Canadiens' AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket announced Tuesday.

Smith-Pelly last suited up for the Ontario Reign, the Los Angeles Kings' AHL team, during the 2020-21 season.

The 29-year-old forward won the Stanley Cup as a member of the Washington Capitals in 2018. He put up seven goals and one helper in 24 contests while averaging 12 minutes of ice time per game.

Smith-Pelly last played in the NHL in 2018-2019 with the Capitals, recording four goals and four assists in 54 games.

The Ontario native has previously spent time in the Canadiens organization between 2014-2016. He scored 15 points in 66 games across parts of two campaigns as a Hab.

Smith-Pelly, the Anaheim Ducks' 42nd overall selection in the 2010 draft, has 44 goals and 57 assists in 395 career NHL contests.