Braden Schneider suspension likely after high hit at 2021 World Juniors

Braden Schneider, the NY Rangers’ second 1st round pick this year, is likely headed towards a suspension. Schneider laid a big hit in his opener against Germany in the 2021 World Juniors, but the initial contact was with the head.

The hit itself has good technique. He didn’t leave his feet. The elbow was in. But the initial contact was with the head, which is a big no-no. There is no word on whether he will be suspended or for how long, but it’s safe to assume he will miss at least a game.

I get it. Player needs to keep his head up. There’s a height difference. But it’s still initial contact to the head. It’s cut and dry, so it’s likely Braden Schneider will get a suspension of some kind. Expect that ruling to come today. Canada won 16-2 anyway.

Dylan Garand, the third string goalie, did not play in this one. Don’t expect him to get much action at all.