Schneider Stays for Another Tough Season | New York Rangers News

**Corey** (0:00)
It's July 13th. This is New York Rangers News Today, AI-powered updates on your team. I'm Corey with the story. The Rangers just locked up defenseman Braden Schneider with a new one-year deal. This past season, the 24-year-old played in every single one of the team's 82 games, putting up two goals and 16 assists for 18
Points. He was a workhorse out there, leading the team in block shots with 140 and racking up 163 hits, which put him in.
Rare company across the whole league. Schneider has been a consistent presence for the Rangers since he broke into the league. He's played in almost every regular season game since his debut back in January of 2022, and he's been there for all their playoff. Appearances too. His role has grown each year, and he's been logging more ice time, hitting a career high last season. What's really impressive is his durability and defensive grit. He's put up at least 140 block shots and 230 hits for the last four seasons straight. Since 2022, he's one of only nine players in the NHL to hit 600 or more hits and 500 or more block shots. This move shows the team values his contributions. He was originally drafted by the Rangers in the first round, 19th overall, back in 2020
His steady play and physical presence have made him a reliable part of their blue line. So, Braden Schneider is back for another year, continuing to be a key piece for the Rangers on defense. It's good to see them keep their core players in place.