Schmid was reassigned to AHL Henderson on Thursday, per PuckPedia.
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.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Stops 12 shots in relief
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Schmid stopped all 12 shots he faced in relief of Adin Hill during Monday's 5-2 loss to the Hurricanes.
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 Hill's backup in the even Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed) is unable to return to the ice in the near future.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Called up from minors
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The Golden Knights recalled Schmid from AHL Henderson on Saturday.
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. Schmid will serve as Adin Hill's backup in Saturday's home matchup against Utah due to the absence of Ilya Samsonov (undisclosed).
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Sent to minors
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Schmid was moved to AHL Henderson on Wednesday, according to Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
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 could be summoned to Vegas if Adin Hill or Ilya Samsonov get hurt at any point during the 2024-25 campaign.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Grabs preseason win
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Schmid stopped 27 of 28 shots in Tuesday's 6-1 preseason win over the Avalanche.
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.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Exits ice first
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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.
Schmid went 5-9-1 with a 3.15 GAA and an .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.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Starter for Sunday
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Schmid is expected to start in Sunday's road preseason game against San Jose, per Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
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.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Lands two-year deal
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Schmid signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract with the Golden Knights on Wednesday, per CapFriendly.
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.
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Akira Schmid: Set for free agency
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Schmid will become an unrestricted free agent after not receiving a qualifying offer from Vegas, but he could still sign a new deal with the team, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
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 regular-season appearances. Should he sign a new deal with Vegas, he'll likely be the primary backup behind Adin Hill.
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Golden Knights' Akira Schmid: Moving to Sin City
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Schmid and Alexander Holtz were acquired by the Golden Knights from the Devils on Saturday in exchange for Paul Cotter and a 2025 third-round draft pick.
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 AHL Utica. The 24-year-old netminder is expected to begin the 2024-25 campaign as the third goaltender on the franchise's depth chart, per Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal Adin Hill will serve as the starter, while Vegas will attempt to sign a backup netminder when the free agent market opens Monday. Schmid is likely to start the campaign in the minors, though he would be the first option for a promotion if one of the Golden Knights' goaltenders suffers an injury.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Recalled from AHL
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Schmid was recalled from the minors Tuesday.
Schmid's last NHL start came March 5, when he recorded 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 top-level appearances in 2023-24. He may see a start in the last four games of the season for the Devils.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Heads to AHL
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Schmid was reassigned to AHL Utica on Saturday.
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.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Recalled from minors
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The Devils recalled Schmid from AHL Utica on Friday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.
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 New Jersey's deadline deals have bumped him down to fourth on the depth chart. Look for Schmid to be sent back to Utica after Saturday's tilt.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Mauled by Panthers
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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.
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.)
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Devils' Akira Schmid: In goal Tuesday
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Schmid will get the starting nod at home versus the Panthers on Tuesday, James Nicols of New Jersey Hockey Now reports.
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 New Jersey does secure goaltending help, Schmid will almost certainly be sent back to AHL Utica.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Needed in relief again Sunday
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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.
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. If the Devils don't trade for a goalie at the deadline, he could get another look in the No. 1 role, at least until Vitek Vanecek (lower body) returns from injured reserve.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Solid in relief appearance
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Schmid stopped all nine shots he faced in relief of Nico Daws in Friday's 4-3 loss to the Ducks. Daws was credited with the defeat.
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 NHL appearances this season.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Starting Sunday
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Schmid will guard the home cage Sunday versus Tampa Bay, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.
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.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Back in NHL
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Schmid was summoned from AHL Utica on Saturday.
In a corresponding move, Isaac Poulter was returned to the minors. Schmid stopped 17 of 19 shots in a 2-1 loss to Syracuse on Friday after being sent to the AHL on Wednesday. He hadn't been in net for New Jersey since Dec. 21, so that extra work allowed him to shake off some rust. Nico Daws started for the Devils on Saturday, so Schmid might play between the pipes in Sunday's home game against Tampa Bay.
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Devils' Akira Schmid: Called up from minors
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Schmid was recalled from AHL Utica on Monday.
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.
