AKIRA SCHMID NEWS

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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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.

5 DAYS AGO • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs preseason win Schmid stopped 27 of 28 shots in Tuesday's 6-1 preseason win over the Avalanche.

Impact Vegas took an inexperienced roster on the road, and Schmid was steady between the pipes in the win against a mix of Colorado's NHL and AHL guys. Over two preseason starts, Schmid has allowed one goal on 36 shots. Despite his strong play so far, the 24-year-old is likely to land on waivers prior to the start of the regular season, with the Golden Knights poised to roll with Adin Hill and Ilya Samsonov at the NHL level. Schmid and winger Alexander Holtz were acquired from the Devils in June in a deal that sent Paul Cotter to New Jersey.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Exits ice first Schmid was the first goalie off Tuesday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports, indicating he'll guard the cage on the road against Colorado.

Impact Schmid went 5-9-1 with a 3.15 GAA and .895 save percentage in 19 regular-season contests for the Devils last season. This could be the last preseason outing for Schmid, as the duo of Adin Hill and Ilya Samsonov figure to take the next two games before the start of the season versus Colorado on Oct. 9. Look for Schmid to be moved to the minors ahead of Opening Night.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 23 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE