I have to hope that you're right about getting something in return. As much as Smith hasn't set the world on fire this year. His skillset and athleticism are pretty much ideal for a winger. He's got pace and ability with kick reception and can turn many half chances into tries. We honestly don't have a lot of backs that can. Seemingly the only thing that was off was his attitude. I suspect he'll look like a world beater if he works hard enough to get a start with the Storm. I've got a feeling that if Barrett doesn't mould the team into a far better attacking unit early next year people will be kicking stones when Reimis kicks on.
I'll give the administration the benefit of doubt that they haven't just released another decent prospect because he was having a sook. But it would have been good to hear that the release was part of a player swap.