New Jersey Devils Announce Starting Goalie For Must-Win Game 7

The New Jersey Devils are set to face off against their rivals, the New York Rangers, in a deciding Game 7 on Monday night.

It has been reported that Akira Schmid will be the starting goaltender for the Devils, despite allowing five goals in the previous game.

Akira Schmid in the #NJDevils starters net.

He gets the nod in Game 7. pic.twitter.com/j7EdOhy2Yz

— Amanda Stein (@amandacstein) May 1, 2023

With a record of 3-1 this postseason and a relatively low number of goals allowed, Schmid's impressive performances have earned him the opportunity to help secure a win and advance to the next round.

Despite the poor performance in Game 6, the 22-year-old has been fantastic so far this playoffs, recording a .937 save percentage, a 1.72 GAA, and a shutout over four games played.

This season, Schmid recorded a strong .922 SV%, 2.13 GAA, a shutout, and a 9-5 record over 18 games played (14 starts).

It's exciting to see a young player like Schmid making an impact in the NHL and contributing to the success of the New Jersey Devils.

Let's see if he can help propel them into the next round. Photo Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports