Panthers Sign Akira Schmid to Two-Year Deal
Key Questions
What contract did the Panthers sign with Akira Schmid?
The Florida Panthers signed goaltender Akira Schmid to a two-year, $4M contract. The deal was reached to avoid arbitration and marks the last arbitration case of the offseason.
What role will Akira Schmid play for the Panthers?
Akira Schmid will serve as the backup goaltender behind Jacob Markstrom. The signing addresses the team's goaltending overhaul after Bobrovsky's departure.
How does this signing affect the Panthers' salary cap?
The two-year deal adds to the Panthers' tight salary cap situation but remains manageable. It solidifies the backup role without exceeding budget constraints.
The Panthers have signed goaltender Akira Schmid to a two-year, $4M contract, solidifying the backup role behind Jacob Markstrom. The move avoids arbitration and addresses the team's goaltending overhaul after Bobrovsky's departure. Cap situation is tight but manageable.