The Top 100 People of Power & Influence in hockey are featured annually in The Hockey News’ Money and Power issue, available at THN.com/free.
At No. 90 is NHLPA chief financial officer Richard Smit.
As we enter the sports-streaming era, Smit will be crucial for the union as TV deals and streaming deals continue to evolve. He’s the hockey-related-revenue guy for the players.
The Hockey News 100 People of Power & Influence 2025.
Each person on the list this year is ranked in 14 categories of clout, along with many more powerbrokers identified within various silos of expertise. That’s all available to find in The Hockey News’ Money and Power 2025 Hockey Business Annual.
