Trade activity is picking up around NHL — but only one incentive should matter for Rangers

As the NHL Draft and the onset of free agency approach, the New York Rangers are seeing a flurry of interest in restricted free agent Braden Schneider. With teams eager to bolster their rosters, the Rangers face a pivotal decision on whether to retain Schneider or explore trade options. However, amid all the trade chatter, the primary focus should be on Schneider’s long-term fit and potential impact on the team’s core. This decision carries significant weight for the Rangers’ future, especially if they aim to build a competitive team that can challenge for the Stanley Cup.