Schneider Files for Arbitration | New York Rangers News

**Corey** (0:00)
It's July 5th. I'm Corey with the story, and this is New York Rangers News Today, AI powered updates on your squad. Braden Schneider, a defenseman for the New York Rangers has officially filed for arbitration. This move means he won't be subject to an offer sheet from another team, even though he's a restricted free agent without a new contract right now. The Rangers general manager, Chris Drury, spoke highly of Schneider, calling him a talented young defenseman with a great skill set.
However, Drury kept quiet about the specifics of their ongoing contract talks, just saying they're all working to improve. This situation comes as the Rangers have been making changes to their defensemen. They brought in Sean Durzi and Marcus Pettersson and traded away Will Borgen. This shakeup might have opened up a spot for Schneider, but these contract negotiations have made his future with the team uncertain. If Schneider does resign, it's possible he'll see a reduced role, especially with Durzi now on the roster.
Schneider himself has said he loves being a Ranger and hopes to stay, but he understands that whatever happens is out of his hands. Last season, the 24-year-old played in all 82 games, putting up two goals, 16 assists, and 18 points. He was on the ice for an average of 20 minutes and 27 seconds per game.