The Columbus Blue Jackets (19-28-10) travel to face off against the New York Rangers (39-17-3) on Wednesday, February 28th. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York and televised on ESPN+. The Blue Jackets are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Rangers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Blue Jackets. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.

Blue Jackets vs Rangers

The Columbus Blue Jackets Are Coming Off A Win

So far this season, the Blue Jackets have gone 19-28-10, which has them in 8th place in the Metropolitan Division and 16th in the Eastern Conference. When playing on the road, Columbus has gone 9-13-6, and they have gone 4-13 against teams in the Metropolitan Division. Over their last ten games, the Blue Jackets have gone 4-6, and they have gone 3-2 over their last five games.

As the underdog, Columbus has gone 17-26-9 this season, and they have been the underdog in 52 of their 57 games. Against Eastern Conference opponents, the Blue Jackets have gone 10-26 this season.

As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have a puck line record of 32-20 this season. Overall, the team has 22 losses by multiple goals and 16 losses by just one goal. So far, Columbus has gone 33-24 against the puck line.

On the road, the Blue Jackets’ puck line record is 18-10, and their average scoring margin away from home is -.8 goals per game. In their last three games, Columbus has a puck line record of 3-0.

In their last game, the Blue Jackets were the hosts against the Rangers, and they came away with a 4-2 win. In the offensive department, the Blue Jackets notched one goal during the first period and three times in the second period. Of Columbus’ four goals, one came while in power play. They ended the game with 41 shots on goal and had five giveaways.

Despite being the underdog, Columbus managed to secure a win against the puck line in the game. The game ended below the over/under line of 6.5, with a combined total of 6 goals.

The New York Rangers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

At home this season, the Rangers have been dominant, going 20-7-0, and they come into today’s game on a five-game winning streak at Madison Square Garden. For the season, New York has gone 39-17-3, including a 31-14-2 record as the favorite. In the Eastern Conference, the Rangers are in 3rd place and have won nine of their last ten games.

Over their last five games, New York has gone 4-1, and they have gone 9-1 in their last ten games. As the favorite, the Rangers have gone 21-10 in conference games and 10-5 against divisional opponents. At home, New York has gone 20-7-0 and has won five straight games.

Overall, the Rangers have gone 29-30 against the puck line this year, including going 6-4 in their last ten games. So far, New York has won 23 games by multiple goals.

As the favorite, the Rangers have gone 18-29 against the puck line, including dropping their last two games. At home, the Rangers are 13-14 against the puck line and have gone 7-3 in their last ten games at Madison Square Garden.

Following a 4-2 loss on the road to the Blue Jackets, the Rangers are eager to bounce back. In terms of offense, the Rangers netted one goal during the opening period and one time in the second period. In the game, New York managed to score all two goals at even strength. They concluded with 40 shots on goal and committed 0 turnovers.

New York went into the game favored by -1.5, giving them a loss vs. the puck line. The game ended below the over/under line of 6.5, with a combined total of 6 goals.

Columbus Offense Breakdown

On offense, the Blue Jackets are averaging 2.9 goals per game which is 24th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 24th in the league. Coming into the game, the Blue Jackets have a 8-8 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 11-19.

This season, the Blue Jackets have an over/under record of 28-26-3. Throughout the season, they have played 30 games that went over the 6.5 over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is 6.7 per game.

Rangers Offense Breakdown

On offense, the Rangers are averaging 3.3 goals per game which is 10th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 15th in the league. This season, the Rangers are 24-11 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 15-5 record.

This season, the Rangers’ have an over/under record of 29-27-3. Throughout the season, they have played 32 games that did not exceed the 6.5 over/under line. On average, their games are averaging 6.1 goals per game.

Columbus Team Defense

In terms of defense, the Blue Jackets head into the game ranked 8th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 33.2 shots per game against Columbus. So far, they are 29th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.

New York Team Defense

Defensively, the Rangers come into the season ranked 20th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.3 shots per game against New York. For the season, they are ranked 19th in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.

Blue Jackets vs Rangers Trends

• Across their three previous road games, Columbus has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-1 while averaging 4 goals per game.
• When looking at their past ten home matchups, New York has an puck line record of 7-3 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 8-2 overall in these games.
• As the betting underdog, the Rangers have an puck line record of 3-0 in their last three games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-0.
• Over the team’s last three games as the favorite, the Blue Jackets struggled vs the puck line going just 1-2. However, they still had a straight up mark of 2-1.

Blue Jackets vs Rangers Prediction

If you’re looking for a straight moneyline bet, then the Rangers are the way to go. However, with a payout of -248, you might consider using this bet as a leg of a parlay.

If you’re looking for a puck line bet, I’d suggest going with the Blue Jackets to cover. Even in the event of a Rangers victory, this game is expected to be closely fought, and the Blue Jackets should cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 6.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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