Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Columbus Blue Jackets and the New York Rangers are set to face off in a crucial game in the Metropolitan Division. The Blue Jackets currently hold the top wild card spot
Game outlook
The Columbus Blue Jackets and the New York Rangers are set to face off in a crucial game in the Metropolitan Division. The Blue Jackets currently hold the top wild card spot with a six-game winning streak and a 5-5 record. Meanwhile, the Rangers sit in sixth place with a 7-6 record. New York is the favorite to win this game, opening at -186 and the current line is New York -180. Stay updated with our Blue Jackets vs Rangers prediction for more insights. Don't miss out on the best betting offers from top sportsbook promos.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jackets +159 | Rangers -180
Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-153) | Rangers -1.5 (+131)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 64%.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets are currently enjoying a successful season with their offense leading the way, scoring an average of 3.38 goals per game and showing strong performances from players like Kirill Marchenko, Dmitri Voronkov, and Kent Johnson. The rest of the offense has also been stepping up, with notable contributions from Cole Sillinger, Adam Fantilli, and James van Riemsdyk. However, the defense has been struggling, allowing an average of 3.42 goals per game and giving opponents too many open shots on goal. Goaltender Daniil Tarasov has also been facing challenges with a save percentage of .862 and a goals-against average of 4.00. Despite these issues, the team has a power ranking of 7 and holds a record of 22-17-6 for the season. For those interested in NHL betting, free picks are available for consideration.