Braden Schneider Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Expects Recovery for Training Camp

New York Rangers defenseman Braden Schneider underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his shoulder, an injury he had dealt with for about two years. Schneider elected to have the procedure after the Rangers were eliminated from playoff contention, missing only the final two games of the regular season. He revealed the injury affected his physical style of play but did not impact his puck-handling or shooting. Schneider stated that, while he could have continued playing with the injury, surgery was necessary to avoid future complications and to improve his performance. He is expected to be in a sling for four weeks and begin skating after three months, expressing confidence he will be fully ready for training camp next season. The 23-year-old set career highs this season with six goals, 15 assists, and 21 points in 80 games.