Vegas Golden Knights GM, Kelly McCrimmon, announced on Thursday that defenceman Jimmy Schuldt has officially been signed to a 1-year contract that will pay the former St. Cloud State University Captain $850,000 for his services over the 2019-2020 season.
Schuldt signed with the Golden Knights as a free agent on April 3, 2019, following the conclusion of his collegiate career . He made his NHL debut with the Golden Knights on April 6, 2019 and recorded his first career NHL assist.
Schuldt was named a Hobey Baker Award Finalist during the 2017-18 and 2018-19 seasons and was the only repeat Hobey Baker top ten finalist. He also holds a school record for highest scoring defenceman with 118 points in 156 games. He was named NCHC Player of the Year in 2018-2019, was named to the 2018-19 All-NCHC First Team and holds several other honors over his collegiate career.
The native of Minnetonka, Minnesota wrapped up his collegiate career as one of the most decorated players in SCSU history.
It is unclear who he will slot in beside this season, but this is exciting news for the Golden Knights and their fans. This kid looks like an exciting prospect.
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