braden schneider

NHL superstar showing he's not done yet

Alex Ovechkin, at age 38, is still scoring goals and remains a threat to wreck a game — and maybe an entire playoff series — for the opposition.

Rangers' youngster has earned his top-four blue line spot

Braden Schneider feels like he’s been in the NHL for awhile, but at the same time, like he’s scratching the surface.

Rangers' depth helping weather key absences

Playing without two of their top four and two of their most physical players will be a challenge for the Rangers’ defensive corps, but one that they could pay dividends...

Rangers ripped by rival in potential playoff preview

The potential playoff preview that was this regular-season finale between the Rangers and Lightning was as entertaining as it gets.

Jacob Trouba injury can young defenseman's gain to develop before Rangers start playoffs

This presents an opportunity for Schneider to develop more confidence and earn a larger role in the playoffs from head coach Peter Laviolette.

Impressive youngster facing Rangers ceiling as he seeks 'next level'

He is a young defenseman in a hurry to make more of his mark on the Rangers.

Rangers' defensive depth aces stress-filled stretch

Into the breach stepped Zac Jones. Into the breach stepped Connor Mackey. And into the breach stepped Braden Schneider.

Metro-leading Rangers aim to head into holiday break on a high note

With back-to-back games at the Garden against the Oilers and the Sabres on deck this weekend, however, the Rangers remain focused on going into the three-day break on a high...

Rangers hoping young defenseman can be more of an offensive force

There was Braden Schneider forcing his way to the net with conviction before flicking the puck past the glove of Maple Leafs goaltender Martin Jones.

Rangers cruise past Connor McDavid-less Oilers for shutout win

Skating without Connor McDavid for the second straight game, the Rangers took full advantage in a 3-0 win over the host Oilers on Thursday night.

Rangers defenseman adjusting with new partner after slow start

Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette has made it a habit to have pointed conversations with each of his players, and Braden Schneider is no exception.

Why this defenseman could have a leg up to round out Rangers' blue line

The Rangers are going to have to figure out their third-pair defenseman with Braden Schneider.

What the winner of the Zac Jones-Ben Harpur roster battle will say about the Rangers' new defensive philosophy

The start to the 2023-24 season will likely be much of the same for Zac Jones: Fighting for ice time next to Braden Schneider on the third pair.

Rangers defenseman leads team in physical play: 'Fighting for every inch'

The controlled physicality with which the Rangers have played the Devils has been a crucial underlying factor in this first-round playoffs series.

Rangers defenseman has achieved amazing feat

Braden Schneider, the Rangers’ physical defenseman, has taken a total of three minor penalties in 1,026 minutes on the ice.

The Rangers have been searching for the Vladimir Tarasenko they traded for, but will they find him in time for the playoffs

Vladimir Tarasenko was supposed to represent the Blueshirts’ headline addition, but he has yet to make an impact. Will he by the postseason?

The holdup with Rangers' complicated Patrick Kane trade

Answering the questions surrounding the Rangers' complex pursuit of Blackhawks star Patrick Kane.

Young defenseman says he's 'very fortunate' to be a Ranger at this time

Gearing up for a playoff run with big-time acquisitions at the trade deadline is all Braden Schneider has known in his two NHL seasons.

Bursting with youth and talent, this Rangers blue line could be among the best in team history — if it can stay together

At first, second and third blush, this group of Rangers defensemen can grow to be special — if the salary cap and injuries don't stop them first.

Rangers' young defenseman already playing like seasoned veteran

It is impossible that Friday marks the first anniversary of Braden Schneider’s NHL debut. The defenseman has been in the league for five years, right?