Schmidt recorded an assist, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt set up Mark Scheifele for a third-period tally. This gave Schmidt two goals and three assists in his last eight contests, though Neal Pionk's return to the lineup Wednesday versus the Wild could eat into the former's playing time. Schmidt has racked up 23 points, 79 shots on net, 63 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating in 45 games in a top-four role this season. He could push for his career high of 36 points set in the 2017-18 season with the Golden Knights.

Schmidt scored an empty-net goal on two shots and added two blocked shots in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt provided some insurance at 18:49 of the third period to seal the win. This was his second goal in three games, though it was just his third lamp-lighter of the season. The 30-year-old defenseman is up to 21 points, 74 shots on net, 57 blocked shots and a minus-2 rating in 42 appearances. With the Jets thin on the blue line, Schmidt will likely eat more minutes in the near term until Neal Pionk (COVID-19 protocols) or Logan Stanley (lower body) can return.

Schmidt added two PIM and two hits in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Penguins on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt has contributed just one point over his last eight games since returning from a non-COVID illness on Jan. 2 against Vegas. The 30-year-old has 23 hits and 18 points in 37 games.

Schmidt (illness) was back at practice Tuesday after dealing with a non-COVID illness, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Schmidt hasn't scored a goal in his last 16 contests, he has still racked up seven helpers, including four with the man advantage, over that stretch. Schmidt's return to action ahead of Monday's clash with Minnesota will likely see Nathan Beaulieu dropped from the lineup.

Schmidt (illness) is not on the ice for pregame warmups and will not play Sunday against St. Louis, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The blueliner departed Saturday's practice because he wasn't feeling well, and though it's unclear if it's related to COVID-19 or not, it's enough to keep him out of game action. Schmidt, who's put up 17 points in 29 games this season, will set his sights on returning for the team's next scheduled game Wednesday in Dallas.

Schmidt was sent home from Saturday's practice because he was feeling ill, Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

At this point it isn't clear if Schmidt is dealing with COVID-19 or some other unrelated illness, but his status for Sunday's game versus St. Louis is nonetheless now up in the air. If Schmidt's unable to go, Nathan Beaulieu will likely draw into the lineup against the Blues.

Schmidt recorded a power-play assist and two blocked shots in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Capitals.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt had the secondary assist on Josh Morrissey's third-period equalizer. With five helpers in his last six games, Schmidt has been steady on offense lately. The American defenseman is up to 17 points (nine on the power play), 45 shots on net, 41 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating in 29 contests as he enjoys a solid bounce-back campaign.

Schmidt recorded a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Friday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt set up a goal by Blake Wheeler (knee) in the first period. The 30-year-old Schmidt has played over 22 minutes in each of the last three contests with Neal Pionk (concussion) out of action. The extra time has served Schmidt well, as he's racked up four assists in his last four games. For the year, the Minnesota native has 16 points, 42 shots on net, 39 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating. He's already surpassed his scoring output from 54 games last season.

Schmidt logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

With Neal Pionk (concussion/suspension) out, Schmidt logged 25:12 of ice time in the contest. Schmidt has three assists in his last two games and will likely go unchallenged for top-unit power-play time in the near term. The 30-year-old has been solid this year with 15 points, 40 shots, 37 blocked and a plus-2 rating, but his offense could be in for a slight boost until Pionk returns.

Schmidt recorded two assists, two blocked shots and two PIM in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Schmidt's two assists came on even-strength goals by Andrew Copp and Nikolaj Ehlers. The 30-year-old Schmidt entered Sunday with just two helpers in his last 10 games. The Minnesota native is up to 14 points, 38 shots on net, 35 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 24 contests.