AKIRA SCHMID NEWS

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • NHL.COM

Starter for Sunday Schmid is expected to start in Sunday's road preseason game against San Jose, per Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Impact Schmid had a 5-9-1 record, 3.15 GAA and .895 save percentage in 19 contests with New Jersey in 2023-24. He's battling Ilya Samsonov for Vegas' backup job, but Schmid is likely to start the 2024-25 campaign in the AHL.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lands two-year deal Schmid signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Schmid was traded from the Devils to the Golden Knights at the draft, but he did not receive a qualifying offer. This allowed the 24-year-old goalie to test free agency, but Vegas was able to get a deal done with him anyway. The Golden Knights also signed Ilya Samsonov on Monday to a one-year, $1.8 million deal, so it's likely Schmid will spend the bulk of 2024-25 at AHL Henderson.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for free agency Schmid will become an unrestricted free agent after not receiving a qualifying offer from Vegas, but could still sign a new deal with the team, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet repor...

Impact Schmid was acquired from the Devils on Saturday in a trade that sent Logan Thompson to New Jersey. Schmid went 5-9-1 last year with a 3.15 GAA and an .895 save percentage in 19 appearances. Should he sign a new deal with Vegas, he'll likely be the primary backup behind Adin Hill.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moving to Sin City Schmid was acquired by the Golden Knights from the Devils alongside Alexander Holtz on Saturday in exchange for Paul Cotter and a 2025 third-round draft pick.

Impact Schmid had a 5-9-1 record, 3.15 GAA and .895 save percentage in 19 appearances with the Devils during the 2023-24 campaign. He also posted a 3.06 GAA and an .894 save percentage across 23 regular-season outings with Utica. The 24-year-old netminder might begin 2024-25 as the Golden Knights' backup goaltender behind Adin Hill.

JUNE 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to AHL Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Wednesday.

Impact Schmid has a 3.15 GAA and an .895 save percentage in 19 contests with New Jersey this season, but his last start at the NHL level was March 5. His return to the minors might indicate that Kaapo Kahkonen (lower body) will be available for Thursday's road game against Toronto.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from AHL Schmid was recalled from the minors on Tuesday.

Impact Schmid's last start came on March 5, recording 26 saves on 30 shots in a 5-3 loss to the Panthers. The 23-year-old has struggled this year compared to last year, posting an .895 save percentage and a 5-9-1 record in 19 starts. He may get a start in the last four games of the season for the Devils.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to AHL Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Saturday.

Impact Schmid served as the backup goaltender for Saturday's 4-2 loss to Carolina. His demotion likely indicates that at least one of Jake Allen (visa issues) or Kaapo Kahkonen (travel) will be available for Monday's road game versus the Rangers. Schmid has a 5-9-1 record, 3.15 GAA and .895 save percentage in 19 appearances with New Jersey in 2023-24.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from minors The Devils recalled Schmid from AHL Utica on Friday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact The Devils needed a second goaltender as Jake Allen (visa issues) and Kaapo Kahkonen (travel) are unavailable to back up Nico Daws on Saturday. This could be Schmid's last appearance in a Devils uniform this season as he is fourth on the depth chart at this time. Look for Schmid to be sent back to Utica after Saturday's tilt.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to AHL Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Friday, according to Mike Morreale of NHL.com.

Impact The Devils acquired Kaapo Kahkonen from San Jose and Jake Allen from Montreal on Friday, so Schmid might spend the rest of the season in the minors. The 23-year-old Schmid has a 5-9-1 record, 3.15 GAA and .895 save percentage in 19 outings in 2023-24.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mauled by Panthers Schmid stopped 26 of 30 shots in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to Florida, with the Panthers' final goal getting scored into an empty net.

Impact The Devils rallied from an early 2-0 deficit, but Schmid couldn't hold the momentum and gave up the go-ahead goal less than two minutes after Timo Meier had tied it up in the second period. New Jersey's coaching switch didn't solve the team's defensive woes overnight, so whoever's between the pipes for the Devils could continue to see a large volume of high-danger chances. Schmid hasn't won a game in the NHL since Dec. 16, and over four appearances since being called back up from AHL Utica, he's given up seven goals on 74 shots (.905 save percentage.)

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Tuesday Schmid will get the starting nod at home versus the Panthers on Tuesday, James Nicols of New Jersey Hockey Now reports.

Impact Schmid is coming off back-to-back relief appearances in which he stopped all 18 combined shots he faced. The netminding continues to be a problem for the Devils, with the club tied to multiple players for a possible move ahead of Friday's trade deadline. If that does happen, Schmid will almost certainly be sent back to AHL Utica.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Needed in relief again Sunday Schmid stopped all nine shots he faced after replacing Nico Daws midway through the second period of Sunday's 5-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact The 23-year-old netminder has been needed in relief in two straight games, as Daws continues to implode. Schmid has allowed three goals on 44 shots over three appearances since returning to the NHL roster in late February, and if the Devils don't trade for a goalie at the deadline, he could get another look in the No. 1 role.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in relief appearance Schmid stopped all nine shots he faced in relief of Nico Daws in Friday's 4-3 loss to the Ducks.

Impact Schmid played the third period and gave the Devils a chance to get back in the contest. Tyler Toffoli's power-play goal cut the deficit to one, but they were unable to pull even. Schmid has made two appearances during his current NHL stint, allowing three goals on 35 shots. With Daws' recent inconsistency, Schmid could have a chance to start in the near future. Schmid is 5-8-1 with a 3.17 GAA and an .895 save percentage through 17 appearances this season.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stuck with loss in return to NHL Schmid stopped 23 of 26 shots in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Lightning, with Tampa Bay's final goal coming into an empty net.

Impact Making his first NHL start since Dec. 21, Schmid kept the Bolts off the scoreboard through the first period but things unraveled quickly to begin the second, as he was beaten twice in the first five minutes. The 23-year-old netminder hadn't been particularly impressive during his stint with AHL Utica, and his 3.47 GAA and .886 save percentage through 13 games for the minor-league club are actually worse than his 3.24 GAA and .892 save percentage in 16 contests for the Devils. Schmid will need to perform much better to put any pressure on Nico Daws for the top spot in the crease.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Schmid will guard the home cage Sunday versus Tampa Bay, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Schmid was recalled from AHL Utica on Saturday, and he's now poised to make his first NHL appearance since Dec. 21. The 23-year-old Schmid is 5-7-1 with an .893 save percentage and 3.25 GAA with the Devils this season. He'll face a Lightning team that's averaging 3.39 goals per game.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in NHL Schmid was summoned from AHL Utica on Friday.

Impact Schmid, who was sent to the minors Wednesday, stopped 17 of 19 shots in a 2-1 loss to AHL Syracuse on Friday. He hadn't been in net for New Jersey since Dec. 21, so that extra work allowed him to shake off the rust. Nico Daws started for the Devils on Saturday, so Schmid might play between the pipes in Sunday's home game against Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, goaltender Isaac Poulter has been returned to Utica.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

New Devils goalie 'excited' about call-up — but why did team send Akira Schmid down? The Devils recalled Isaac Poulter from AHL Utica on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • NJ.COM

Sent to minors Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Wednesday, per Mike Morreale of NHL.com.

Impact Schmid has a 5-7-1 record, 3.25 GAA and .893 save percentage in 15 contests with the Devils this season. Isaac Poulter was called up from Utica in a corresponding move.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up from minors Schmid was recalled from AHL Utica on Monday.

Impact Schmid has made 15 NHL appearances this season, going 5-7-1 with a 3.25 GAA and .893 save percentage. With Vitek Vanecek (lower body) sidelined, the 23-year-old Schmid figures to step into the backup role behind Nico Daws for Monday's clash with Seattle.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

AHL bound Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Thursday.

Impact Schmid will need a reset in the AHL after going 5-7-1 with a 3.25 GAA and an .893 save percentage in 15 NHL appearances this season. Schmid was pulled in his last start after giving up two goals on six shots in the first five minutes of the opening period. The Devils will roll with Vitek Vanecek and Nico Daws between the pipes at this time.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled early against Edmonton Schmid allowed two first-period goals on six shots before he was replaced by Vitek Vanecek in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Oilers.

Impact It was a short night for Schmid, who allowed two goals in the first 5:24 of the first period before getting the hook. He'd be spared the loss, however, after the Devils rallied with three unanswered goals. Still, the 23-year-old Schmid has been struggling of late, going 1-2-0 with an .864 save percentage over his last four outings. Overall, he's now 5-7-1 with an .893 save percentage and 3.26 GAA on the season. Vanecek will likely get the start in Saturday's game versus Detroit, leaving Schmid out of action until after the holiday break.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Anaheim Schmid allowed four goals on 27 shots in Sunday's 5-1 loss to the Ducks.

Impact After keeping Anaheim off the board in the first period, Schmid allowed two goals in each of the final two frames before the Ducks added an empty netter, handing the 23-year-old netminder a 5-1 loss. Schmid had been playing well coming into Sunday's outing, going 4-2-0 with a .909 save percentage over his previous six games while splitting starting duties with Vitek Vanecek. Overall, Schmid's now 5-7-1 on the season with an .897 save percentage and 3.12 GAA.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Sunday Schmid will get the starting nod Sunday at home against the Ducks, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Schmid stopped 23 of 26 shots in Saturday's win over Columbus and will start the second half of the back-to-back with Vitek Vanecek (undisclosed) dealing with an injury. Schmid has won four of his last six outings, registering a .909 save percentage during that stretch. Prior to that span, he had allowed 10 goals during a four-game losing skid. He owns a 3.03 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 13 appearances.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE