Smith returned to England in 1924 and retired from the aviation industry.
The injury could force Smith, 36, to retire for the second time in three years.
Smith retired hurt with a broken finger and will take no further part in the match.
Smith unexpectedly retired before the start of practice for the 1997-98 season.
When Smith retired at the end of last season, it caught the league by surprise.
Smith retired following the end of the 1945 season and moved to Dimboola to play out his career.
Smith retired from federal politics a year later in 1963 at the dissolution of the house.
Smith retired after the 1976 season, having played in 111 regular-season games.
Smith retired from the game at the age of 37 after 20 years in the Leicester team.
Smith retired from politics but remained involved in academic and religious organizations.