Akira Schmid - NHL News & Rumors

Makes relief appearance Schmid stopped all nine shots he faced in relief of Adin Hill in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Wild in Game 3.

Impact Schmid played the third period, and the only goal the Wild scored in that frame was an empty-netter. The 24-year-old has handled the backup duties in the playoffs over Ilya Samsonov. Schmid earned that role with three good starts in April while Samsonov was hurt. At this time, it doesn't look like Schmid is pushing to take over the starting role, but the Golden Knights are down 2-1 in the series and can ill afford another poor outing from Hill.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Light work in win Schmid stopped 16 of 17 shots in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Canucks.

Impact Schmid wasn't all that busy in the contest. Pius Suter opened the scoring for the Canucks, but the Golden Knights bounced back with a third-period tally to claim the win. Schmid went 2-0-1 with five goals allowed on 90 shots over his five NHL appearances this season. With AHL Henderson missing the minor-league playoffs, expect Schmid to stay in the NHL as extra goaltending depth during the postseason.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dorofeyev breaks tie in Golden Knights' 4-1 victory over Canucks in regular-season finale

Pavel Dorofeyev broke a tie at 7:59 of the third period with his 35th goal and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 on Wednesday night in the regular-season fina...

APRIL 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Wednesday Schmid will guard the road goal versus the Canucks on Wednesday.

Impact Schmid will get the nod in the regular-season finale, allowing Adin Hill a bit more rest before the playoffs. The 24-year-old Schmid is 1-0-1 with four goals allowed on 73 shots (.945 save percentage) over four NHL outings. He may stick with the Golden Knights for the playoffs, but the 24-year-old won't see the ice unless both Hill and Ilya Samsonov get hurt.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Akira Schmid Postgame 4/8 | Vegas Golden Knights Akira Schmid speaks with the media following a 3-2 shootout loss to the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.

APRIL 9 • NHL.COM

Steady in shootout loss Schmid allowed two goals on 36 shots in Tuesday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Avalanche.

Impact Schmid put in a good performance but wasn't able to get a win out of it. He allowed both goals in the second period and then gave up the lone tally in the shootout. He's 1-0-1 with four goals allowed on 73 shots (.945 save percentage) through four outings this season. He'll continue to be on the big club's roster as long as Ilya Samsonov (upper body) is unavailable. Adin Hill should be expected to start at home Thursday versus the Kraken.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Akira Schmid Postgame 4/8: These Are The Games You Dream Of As A Kid

APRIL 9 • YOUTUBE

Charlie Coyle scores only goal in shootout as Avalanche rally for 3-2 win over Golden Knights

Charlie Coyle scored the only goal in the shootout to help the Colorado Avalanche rally for a 3-2 win over the short-handed Vegas Golden Knights

APRIL 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First off Tuesday Schmid was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, according to Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now, indicating he will defend the road net versus the Avalanche on Tuesday...

Impact Schmid is coming off a 21-save performance in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over Calgary. He has stopped 35 of 37 shots in three NHL appearances this season. Colorado ranks fifth in the league with 3.36 goals per game in 2024-25.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Akira Schmid Postgame 4/5 | Vegas Golden Knights Akira Schmid speaks with the media following a 3-2 overtime win over the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.

APRIL 6 • NHL.COM

Akira Schmid Postgame 4/5: This What You Work For

APRIL 6 • YOUTUBE

Gets job done in overtime Schmid stopped 21 of 23 shots in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over the Flames.

Impact The two goals Schmid allowed were separated by 51 seconds of game time, as well as the second intermission. He didn't falter after Matthew Coronato's equalizer and was ultimately rewarded with the win when Reilly Smith scored on a bank shot in overtime. This was Schmid's first start and third appearance at the NHL level this season, and he'll be sticking around until Ilya Samsonov (upper body) is healthy enough to play. Adin Hill will likely get the start Sunday in Vancouver to close out this weekend's back-to-back set.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Reilly Smith scores his 2nd goal of the game in OT to lift the Golden Knights past the Flames, 3-2

Reilly Smith scored his second goal of the game at 4:31 of overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday night, a result that gave the...

APRIL 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Receiving start in Calgary Schmid will start on the road versus the Flames on Saturday, Ryan Pike of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

Impact Schmid will get the nod over Adin Hill in the latter's hometown, though this is the first half of a back-to-back. The Flames haven't done much on offense this season, but they have 16 goals over their last six games, a span in which they've gone 3-2-1.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bruce Cassidy says Golden Knights' poor play this week not 'a one-off'

The Vegas Golden Knights entered the week seven points ahead of Los Angeles in the Pacific Division

APRIL 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes relief appearance Schmid stopped two shots in the third period of Thursday's 4-0 loss to the Jets after he relieved Adin Hill.

Impact This was likely a move to get Schmid some action ahead of the Golden Knights' back-to-back over the weekend, which would indicate Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed) probably won't be ready to return. The Jets were able to put away an empty-netter after Schmid was pulled for an extra attacker, but he didn't yield a goal in his second appearance of the season. The back-to-back includes stops in Calgary on Saturday and Vancouver on Sunday, so look for Hill and Schmid to split those starts.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Comrie records shutout as Jets beat Golden Knights 4-0 in matchup of divisional leaders

Backup Eric Comrie made 26 saves for his second shutout in two months as the Winnipeg Jets beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-0 in a matchup of Western Conference divisional leaders

APRIL 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Golden Knights Recall Akira Schmid Amid Injury Concern For Ilya Samsonov The Vegas Golden Knights have recalled goaltender Akira Schmid from the Henderson Silver Knights as they deal with a possible injury concern...

MARCH 31 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Recalled by Vegas Schmid was recalled from AHL Henderson on Monday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Impact Schmid hasn't been with the NHL club since early February, but he'll join the Golden Knights ahead of Tuesday's game against Edmonton since Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed) is dealing with an injury that forced him to miss Saturday's game against Nashville. However, even if Samsonov misses additional time, Schmid will likely serve as the No. 2 netminder for the Golden Knights while Adin Hill operates as the primary goalie.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Returned to minors Schmid was reassigned to AHL Henderson on Saturday, according to SinBin Vegas.

Impact According to Jesse Granger of The Athletic, Schmid joined the NHL roster as a precautionary measure because of illness concerns, but Adin Hill will be the backup behind Ilya Samsonov in Saturday's game. The 24-year-old Schmid has a 6-15-1 record with a 3.47 GAA and an .894 save percentage in 22 AHL outings this season.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Brought up Thursday Schmid was called up from AHL Henderson on Thursday, per SinBin.Vegas.

Impact Schmid is not expected to dress for Thursday's game against the Devils. The Golden Knights might have made the move to give Adin Hill some extra rest before he appears for Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off. Hill will start Thursday, but he may be scratched for rest when the Golden Knights visit the Bruins for matinee game Saturday.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back down Schmid was PuckPedia to AHL Henderson on Thursday, per PuckPedia.

Impact The Golden Knights are trying to manage their cap, so this move doesn't necessarily mean Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed) is ready. Schmid could be called up again prior to Friday's game in Utah if Vegas needs a backup goalie.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stops 12 shots in relief Schmid stopped 12 shots in relief of Adin Hill during Monday's 5-2 loss to the Hurricanes.

Impact The Golden Knights gave up an empty-netter in the third period after Hill was pulled, but Schmid was solid when called upon duty, though the game was already decided by the time he entered the ice. Schmid is expected to remain as Hill's backup in the even Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed) is unable to return to the ice in the near future.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up from minors The Golden Knights recalled Schmid from AHL Henderson on Saturday.

Impact Schmid has been mediocre at the AHL level, starting the season 1-5-0 with a 3.56 GAA and an .885 save percentage in six appearances with the Silver Knights. There is no word if either Adin Hill or Ilya Samsonov are unable to dress against Utah on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to minors Schmid was moved to AHL Henderson on Wednesday, according to Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Impact Schmid had a 3.06 GAA and an .894 save percentage in 23 outings with AHL Utica in 2023-24. He also posted a 3.15 GAA and an .895 save percentage across 19 appearances with New Jersey. Schmid might be summoned to Vegas if Adin Hill or Ilya Samsonov get hurt at any point during the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Dorofeyev breaks tie in Golden Knights' 4-1 victory over Canucks in regular-season finale

Charlie Coyle scores only goal in shootout as Avalanche rally for 3-2 win over Golden Knights

Reilly Smith scores his 2nd goal of the game in OT to lift the Golden Knights past the Flames, 3-2

Bruce Cassidy says Golden Knights' poor play this week not 'a one-off'

Comrie records shutout as Jets beat Golden Knights 4-0 in matchup of divisional leaders