Jonathan to sell the family farm to make way for a new plant. Clark teams with a local hermit, Kyle Tippet (GREGORY SPORLEDER), whose mysterious past holds the secret to saving the town.

12 - Leech

When Clark rescues his classmate, Eric Summers (SHAWN ASHMORE), from harm during an electrical storm, they are both struck by lightning--resulting in all of Clark's superpowers being transferred to Eric. While Eric relishes his new life as "Superboy," he soon begins to abuse his new powers. Clark's happiness at finally being a "normal" teenager is tempered by his growing concern for the town's safety. Meanwhile, Lex confronts Clark, believing that he has undeniable proof of Clark's superpowers.

13 - Kinetic

Clark and Lex are mystified when the Luthor mansion is robbed by burglars who seem tointo a deadly coma.

16 - Stray

After Martha accidentally hits a young boy with her car, the Kents take him in until they can locate his parents. They are unaware that the boy can read minds and has discovered the hidden thoughts of Lex, Lana, Jonathan and Martha, putting Clark's secret in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Lex must decide if he wants to accept a job offer from his father, Lionel (recurring guest star JOHN GLOVER), which would entail moving back to Metropolis.

17 - Reaper

Clark must stop a meteorite-infected man, Tyler Randall (REYNALDO ROSALES), who seeks to relieve the suffering of the sick and elderly with a deadly touch. Whitney's ailing father might be Tyler's next victim. Meanwhile, Lex becomes furious when his father sends someone to peruse LuthorCorp's financial records,