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Golden Knights trade Akira Schmid to Panthers, clarify goaltender situation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:09 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Golden Knights trade Akira Schmid to Panthers, clarify goaltender situation

Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights traded goaltender Akira Schmid to the Florida Panthers on June 30, 2026, in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Entry Draft. This trade resolves uncertainty surrounding Schmid's role with the team after he led the Golden Knights in several statistical categories during the 2025-26 season. Schmid, who was expected to remain third on the depth chart behind Adin Hill and Carter Hart, now has an opportunity with the Panthers. The Golden Knights appear set to enter the 2026-27 season with Hill and Hart as their top two goaltenders.

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•Akira Schmid leads Golden Knights in wins and save percentage during 2025-26.
•Schmid was announced as a pending Restricted Free Agent prior to the trade.
•Golden Knights acquire a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Entry Draft.
•Adin Hill's future with the Golden Knights is now more secure post-trade.
•Panthers GM Bill Zito expresses excitement about adding Schmid.

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6:09 AMYahoo Sports — Golden Knights Trade Goaltender to Panthers, Seemingly Answering Questions About Adin Hill’s Future

What they're saying

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The Vegas Golden Knights entered the offseason with a big decision to make and a ticking clock hanging above their heads. Akira Schmid, a pending Restricted Free Agent, needed a new deal— but to keep him, they would need to do more than just offer him a contract.
— Yahoo Sports

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