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Rangers Roundup: Braden Schneider wins WHL Defenseman of the Year, another scout leaves, and more

The accolades keep coming for 2020 first round draft pick, Braden Schneider. Yesterday, the WHL announced him as their 2021 Defenseman of the Year.

“On behalf of all the REALTORS of RE/MAX of Western Canada, we congratulate Braden Schneider of the Brandon Wheat Kings on this tremendous achievement,” said Elaine Langhout, Director of Regional Advertising for RE/MAX of Western Canada. “We know that your hometown of Prince Albert must be super proud as well and we wish you well on your future hockey journey and wherever life takes you. Our sincere congrats Braden!”

Braden Schneider wins WHL Defenseman of the Year

The Bill Hunter Memorial Trophy is presented annually to the league’s best all around defenseman and this year it belongs to 19 year-old Rangers prospect, Braden Schneider.