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Akira Schmid

Goaltender · Vegas Golden Knights

2018 Draft, Rd 5 Pick 12 (#136) — New Jersey Devils

Next Game

Tue, Mar 17 · 10:00 PM ET vs Sabres

MSG-B, Scripps Sports

Age 256'5"190 lbsCatches LeftBern, CHE

Current Season

GP

32

W-L-OTL

16-9-6

GAA

2.61

SV%

.893

SO

2

GS

-

Last 5 Games

DateOppDecGASASV%
Mar 6vs MINL424.833
Mar 3@ BUFL328.893
Feb 27@ WSHL330.900
Feb 4vs VANW223.913
Jan 31vs SEAL322.864

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$875K

Total Value

$1.75M

Expires

2 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then RFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Tarasenko Lights Lamp on Schmid in Vegas

Vladimir Tarasenko reminds everyone why he's a deadline steal, burying one past Akira Schmid in Minnesota's Vegas tilt. The veteran sniper thrives in big spots, and this tally adds to the Wild's growing momentum from their latest roster tweaks. With playoff positioning on the line, Tarasenko's hot hand tests Vegas's homecoming resolve.

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News
Schmid: Ovechkin's Unsolvable Nemesis

Akira Schmid joins an elite club of just 28 NHL goalies who have stared down Alex Ovechkin and lived to tell the tale without a single goal conceded. Over four games, the Vegas netminder stonewalled eight Ovi rockets, earning his spot among active puck-stoppers like Schmid who make the Great 8 look mortal. Front offices whisper about these rare matchups because they reveal the goalies who can actually solve the league's all-time sniper in crunch time.

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Game Recap
Knights' Middle Frame Meltdown Dooms Vegas

The Golden Knights carry their Pacific Division lead into D.C., but Akira Schmid's NHL debut turns sour as Washington piles on three goals in the middle frame. Vegas storms back with third-period tallies from Braeden Bowman and Tomas Hertl, but Logan Thompson stands tall for the Caps down the stretch. Coming off a five-goal third against L.A., this loss snaps their mini-streak and tests their league-best late-game mettle with playoffs looming.

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Olympics
Schmid, Stevens Drop Post-Practice Sound

Goalie JuJu Schmid and blueliner Jake Stevens dish on practice vibes in fresh audio clips, straight from the rink as teams ramp up post-Olympics. Insiders know these soundbites reveal the unfiltered pulse of a squad hungry to reclaim Central Division ground. Their takes offer clues on chemistry tweaks that could define late-season surges.

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Schmid Embraces Swiss Olympic Duty

New Jersey Devils goalie Akira Schmid shares his pride in representing Switzerland on the Olympic stage, where his netminding anchors a plucky squad. From Devils crease battles to global spotlight, Schmid's calm under fire defines his game. Switzerland leans on his experience as they chase upsets and make noise in Milan.

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Olympics
VGK Trio Targets Olympic Quarterfinals

Golden Knights' Jonas Schmid, Tomas Hertl, and Kevin Andersson charge toward Olympic quarterfinals, carrying Vegas pride into Milan's spotlight. These NHL vets blend skill and grit, turning national team hopes into personal redemption arcs. Back in Vegas, fans eye their form as a blueprint for the post-break surge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Akira Schmid's stats this season?
Akira Schmid has a 16-9-6 record in 32 games this season with a 2.61 GAA and .893 save percentage, including 2 shutouts.
What team does Akira Schmid play for?
Akira Schmid is a goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights.
What is Akira Schmid's contract?
Akira Schmid has a cap hit of $0.88M with 0 years remaining. He will be a restricted free agent (RFA) when the contract expires.
When was Akira Schmid drafted?
Akira Schmid was drafted in the 2018 NHL Draft by the New Jersey Devils in Round 5, Pick 12 (136 overall).
Where is Akira Schmid from?
Akira Schmid is 25 years old and was born in Bern, CHE.