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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

Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Pots Rebound Goal To Chase Devils' Akira Schmid Early In Game

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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

Cruises to fifth win Schmid made 23 saves in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact The Devils scored 47 seconds into the game and never looked back, giving Schmid a fairly easy evening in the crease. The 23-year-old has worked his way into a timeshare with Vitek Vanecek, and over his last six appearances Schmid has gone 4-2-0 with a 2.80 GAA and .909 save percentage -- not elite numbers, but better than Vanecek has managed during that same period.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Saturday Schmid is expected to start on the road against Columbus on Saturday, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Schmid has a 4-6-1 record, 3.03 GAA and .901 save percentage in 12 contests this season. He stopped 26 of 29 shots in a 4-1 loss to Edmonton in his last start Sunday. Columbus ranks 19th offensively this year with 3.00 goals per game.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slips against Oilers Schmid turned aside 26 of 29 shots in Sunday's 4-1 loss to Edmonton.

Impact The Oilers' final goal was scored into an empty net. Schmid gave up a goal in each period, with the final tally against him coming when he got trapped below the red line trying to handle the puck and pinned against the boards by Zack Hyman, leaving a wide-open cage for Connor McDavid. Schmid has lost two of his last three starts to drop his record to 4-6-1, and while his 3.03 GAA and .901 save percentage on the season don't make a strong case for more action, he has found himself in a timeshare with the struggling Vitek Vanecek to begin December.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oilers' Connor McDavid Scores On Wide-Open Net As Akira Schmid Gets Caught In No-Man's Land

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Guarding goal Sunday Schmid will guard the road goal Sunday against Edmonton, according to Devils play-by-play announcer Matt Loughlin.

Impact Schmid will get the second half of New Jersey's back-to-back after Vitek Vanecek played in Saturday's 4-2 win over Calgary. Schmid has supplied a 4-5-1 record this season with a 3.03 GAA and a .902 save percentage over 11 appearances. The Oilers rank sixth in the league this campaign with 3.46 goals per contest.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Thursday's win Schmid stopped 37 of 38 shots in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Kraken.

Impact Schmid had to be sharp as the Devils nursed a one-goal lead for all of the third period. He was up to the task, keeping the Kraken at bay despite a ton of pressure on the Devils' defense. Schmid has won three of his last four outings despite allowing nine goals in that span. He's at a 4-5-1 record with a 3.03 GAA and a .902 save percentage through 11 games after this strong start. The Devils' next two games are in a back-to-back at Calgary on Saturday and Edmonton Sunday, so both Schmid and Vitek Vanecek should get a chance to play over the weekend.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nemec scores 1st goal of career and Schmid makes 37 saves as Devils top Kraken 2-1

Simon Nemec scored his first career goal midway through the second period, Akira Schmid made 16 of his 37 saves in the third and the New Jersey Devils beat the skidding Seattle Kra...

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Set to face Kraken Schmid is slated to start on the road against Seattle on Thursday, per Devils play-by-play announcer Matt Loughlin.

Impact Schmid has a 3-5-1 record, 3.27 GAA and .891 save percentage in 10 contests this season. He allowed five goals on 17 shots en route to a 6-3 loss to San Jose in his last start Friday. Seattle ranks 29th offensively this year with 2.65 goals per game.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Nemec scores 1st goal of career and Schmid makes 37 saves as Devils top Kraken 2-1