Blue Jackets vs Rangers Picks and Prediction – 1/19/2025

The Columbus Blue Jackets will face the New York Rangers on January 18, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Get in on the action with our free NHL picks.

The Blue Jackets enter the matchup on a six-game winning streak, their longest since January 2020. Their recent 4-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night extended this streak, with James van Riemsdyk contributing two goals. Rookie Adam Fantilli also scored, continuing his seven-game point streak. Columbus currently holds a 22-17-6 record, placing them fourth in the Metropolitan Division. Columbus is experiencing some success this season, and they have momentum for the first time in years.

The Rangers, with a 21-20-3 record, are seeking to improve their standing in the Metropolitan Division. They have a 4-7-0 record against divisional opponents and have found success when scoring at least three goals, boasting a 16-6-2 record in such games. Offensively, Chris Kreider leads the team with 25 goals, while Artemi Panarin contributes with 46 points (15 goals, 31 assists) on the season. The Rangers will aim to leverage their home-ice advantage to halt Columbus's momentum.

This game marks the first meeting between the two teams this season, adding an extra layer of anticipation. The Blue Jackets' offensive surge, led by van Riemsdyk and Fantilli, will lead them to a huge victory here, and the Columbus win streak will continue . We like Columbus to win 4-3.