Reid Schaefer’s Return to the AHL
Reid Schaefer’s time with the Nashville Predators has taken a turn, as the forward has been sent back to the Milwaukee Admirals after participating in 25 games with the NHL team. Schaefer initially joined the Predators on November 28 for a matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks, where he soon showcased his potential.
Performance Highlights
During his brief NHL tenure, he made headlines by scoring his inaugural goal and engaging in his first professional fight against Calgary’s Brayden Pachal on December 2.
In total, Schaefer contributed four goals and two assists, accumulating six points while managing a -9 plus/minus rating in the top league. Before his promotion to Nashville, he had made a significant impact in the AHL, earning 14 points from four goals and ten assists across just 15 appearances.
Background and Trade Details
Schaefer was originally selected by the Edmonton Oilers as the 32nd overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. His journey to Nashville began when he was part of a significant trade earlier this year, which involved sending veteran player Mattias Ekholm and a sixth-round draft pick to Edmonton in exchange for himself, Tyson Barrie, as well as future draft picks.
Future Prospects
This reassignment paves the way for other promising players in Milwaukee to leap to the NHL, including Zach L’Heureux, who has been lighting up the scoreboard with 18 points in 17 games, and defenseman Ryan Ufko, boasting an impressive 37 points in 35 games.
Upcoming Match
Meanwhile, the Predators are gearing up to face off against the Buffalo Sabres on January 20 at 7 p.m. CST, looking to build on their recent performances.
