Schneider’s Future in Question

**Corey** (0:00)
It's June 25th. You're listening to New York Rangers News Today, AI-powered coverage of your team. I'm Corey with the story.
So, the New York Rangers are in a bit of a contract situation with defenseman Braden Schneider. Free agency is right around the corner, and there's been no word on an extension for him.
Reports suggest talks have been pretty quiet between his team and the Rangers front office. This silence has folks wondering about Schneider's future in New York. With the trade market currently favoring sellers, the Rangers have apparently been exploring options to move him. They might be looking to cash in on this market while it's hot. The general manager, Drury, isn't trying to go through a long rebuild. The speculation is that if they trade Schneider, they're aiming to bring in a young forward who can make an immediate impact on the team. Given the Rangers' hesitation to commit to Schneider long-term, a short-term deal, maybe one or two years, is a possibility. However, Schneider, who just finished a two-year deal worth $4.4 million, is likely hoping for a longer contract.
Another path they could take is similar to how they handle Kay Andre Miller's situation. Remember that sign and trade deal? It involved draft picks and a player going to another team. It's a complex scenario, but it shows they've got options.