The New York Rangers have come to terms with one of their own. Defencemen Braden Schneider has a new contract and will remain with the club. The deal is for two years and he will have an AAV of $2.2 million per season. General Manager Chris Drury continues to keep his young defenceman in the Big Apple and help round out the three pairs.
Schneider’s Contract Keeps him in New York
The Rangers continue to be a competitive hockey club. They have a tremendous blend of veterans and youth. Not to mention they have one of the best goalies in the world in Igor Shesterkin. As for the youth, there is a special blend of it on the blue line with K’Andre Miller and Braden Schneider. Miller was extended last year and Schneider got his due this year.
Schneider primarily has been on the third pair for the Rangers, as it gives them tremendous balance. He found the best success with veteran Erik Gustafsson. Also, he spent time with Miller and Zac Jones. Schneider is not the biggest offensive threat, but is coming off a career year of 19 points.
Schneider is a stay at home kind of player, as he is unafraid to get physical and sacrifice the body. He finished the season with 167 hits and 133 blocked shots. He is a great depth defenceman and his youth is a huge bonus.
Future Remains Bright in New York
This Schneider contract is great for both sides. Schneider gets a good deal to keep him with the Rangers and allows him to stay on this contending team. As for the Rangers, this is a tremendous extension and great value for the club.
The Rangers are not going away anytime soon. This is a core group that is built to win now and compete as the years go on. Keeping Schneider in the fold is great for depth and a great way to continue to mix in the youth. What a great day for both sides.
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