Coyotes Report Cards: Nick Schmaltz

During the 2018-19 season, the Arizona Coyotes decided they needed to make a change. Former third overall pick Dylan Strome struggled to find his place in the NHL, and the Coyotes were unsure what his future would be. So the Desert Dog shipped Strome to Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forward Nick Schmaltz, who has been with the team ever since.

Games Played: 63

Goals: 23

Assists: 36

TOI/Games Played: 18:15

PP TOI: 151:02

PK TOI: 31:24

Schmaltz has struggled since coming over from the Windy City. Until this past year, his best season was his sophomore season in Chicago, where he recorded 21 goals and 31 assists.

The Madison, WI native had a few issues, namely his play away from the puck.…