Smallman was placed on waivers by the Capitals on Sunday.
Smallman was called up by the Capitals for a brief stint in 2025-26, but he didn't appear in a game and spent over a month of the season recovering from injury. The 30-year-old winger posted four goals, seven assists and 11 points across 24 regular-season games with AHL Hershey last season. If he goes unclaimed, he'll report to Hershey ahead of his third season with the team.