Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 02 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Blue Jackets vs Rangers

The Columbus Blue Jackets square off against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Monday, March 2.

The Blue Jackets look excellent value on the Moneyline and our prediction is that the road team will get the better of the Rangers. We’re happy to take the -125 that they win.

Columbus Blue Jackets suffered a second consecutive defeat when losing 4-3 (OT) in their previous game. This was at home to New York Islanders at Nationwide Arena. Adam Fantilli, Mason Marchment and Isac Lundestroem scored one goal apiece.

New York Rangers won their last game, beating Pittsburgh Penguins at home. It was a 3-2 (SO) win at Madison Square Garden. Mika Zibanejad and Taylor Raddysh scored one goal apiece. Goalie Igor Shesterkin made 31 saves (.939).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Rangers have won the last two encounters against the Blue Jackets. They achieved winning scorelines of 4-0 and 2-1 (SO) at Nationwide Arena. In the past 10 games between the teams, the Rangers have won seven.

Starting Goalies

Elvis Merzlikins (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-11-3	3.4	.883	1
23/24	13-17-8	3.45	.897	1

Igor Shesterkin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	25-19-6	2.5	.912	1
23/24	36-17-2	2.58	.912	4

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.6 goals from 27.0 shots on goal, with a 13.6% powerplay efficiency. The Blue Jackets have been giving up 2.5 goals from 25.7 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.9%.

Charlie Coyle is the top points scorer with 13 points, 5 goals and 8 assists, with Zach Werenski racking up 13 points, 2 goals and 11 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.29 goal against average with a .914 save percentage, including two shutouts.

The Rangers have 2 wins, 7 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.3 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.5 goals from 30.0 shots, averaging 4.2 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.0%.

The top points scorer is J.T. Miller with 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, while Vincent Trocheck is next in line after registering 9 points, 1 goal and 8 assists. Goalie Jonathan Quick have a 3.02 GAA with a .898 SV%.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Prediction & Picks

Explore our top Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers betting tips, including a match prediction, correct score forecast, player performance props and a bet builder ready to use.

Game Prediction

We are having a wager on Columbus Blue Jackets in this NHL encounter and they could prove too strong. You can back our pick at -125 on the Moneyline and we think this offers great value.

Incoming team news often impacts the NHL betting lines in significant ways. Our handicappers factor this in alongside recent form, while key stats are also carefully weighed to strengthen each hockey prediction.

Key Blue Jackets vs Rangers stats:

• Blue Jackets have won 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Blue Jackets have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Rangers have lost 8 of their last 10 games.
• Rangers have lost 16 of their last 20 games.

Blue Jackets Moneyline Probability

If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 55.6% chance of delivering a return. However, we have this number between 60-65% based on our in-depth research. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: J.T. Miller Under 2.5 Shots -164

J.T. Miller (Rangers) has failed to cover the 2.5 shots on goal total in 9 of the past 10 games. There is juice when it comes to going under the Shots on Goal line and this is priced at -164.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blue Jackets 6 - 2 Rangers

The Blue Jackets can be backed at +3300 to triumph by a 6-2 scoreline. It can be fun to have a wager on the correct score and there’s a big potential return if the bet wins.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blue Jackets

Rangers

1-0

Blue Jackets

+5000

Rangers

+5000

2-0

Blue Jackets

+4500

Rangers

+4500

2-1

Blue Jackets

+1400

Rangers

+1400

3-0

Blue Jackets

+3300

Rangers

+3300

3-1

Blue Jackets

+1800

Rangers

+1900

3-2

Blue Jackets

+850

Rangers

+850

4-0

Blue Jackets

+4000

Rangers

+4500

4-1

Blue Jackets

+1600

Rangers

+1600

4-2

Blue Jackets

+1500

Rangers

+1600

4-3

Blue Jackets

+1000

Rangers

+1050

5-0

Blue Jackets

+7000

Rangers

+8000

5-1

Blue Jackets

+2500

Rangers

+2800

5-2

Blue Jackets

+1700

Rangers

+1800

5-3

Blue Jackets

+2200

Rangers

+2400

5-4

Blue Jackets

+2000

Rangers

+2000

6-0

Blue Jackets

+11000

Rangers

+12000

6-1

Blue Jackets

+6000

Rangers

+6600

6-2

Blue Jackets

+3300

Rangers

+3500

6-3

Blue Jackets

+3000

Rangers

+3300

6-4

Blue Jackets

+5000

Rangers

+5000

6-5

Blue Jackets

+5000

Rangers

+5000

7-1

Blue Jackets

+10000

Rangers

+11000

7-2

Blue Jackets

+8000

Rangers

+9000

7-3

Blue Jackets

+6000

Rangers

+6600

7-4

Blue Jackets

+6600

Rangers

+7000

7-5

Blue Jackets

+11000

Rangers

+11000

7-6

Blue Jackets

+12000

Rangers

+12000

8-4

Blue Jackets

+12000

Rangers

+13000

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Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Columbus Blue Jackets are regarded as having a 53% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -114. New York Rangers are the underdogs at -105 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 5.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at -123.

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Moneyline

Blue Jackets

-114

Rangers

-105

3-Way Moneyline

Blue Jackets

+140

Tie

+310

Rangers

+155

Puck Line

Blue Jackets -1.5

+205

Rangers +1.5

-263

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+102

Over 5.5

-123

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

New York Rangers Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.00 pts and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.40 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 27
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.7
• Penalty Minutes: 6.6
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 26.5
• Hits: 22.9
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 7.4
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 29.6
• Hits: 20.2
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 23.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.5
• Blocks: 14
• Faceoff Wins : 32.2
• Hits: 26.2
• Giveaways: 14.1
• Takeaways: 3.9

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 24.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 26.7
• Hits: 30.5
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 4.8

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