Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers predictions, Mar 19, 2026

Mar 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Columbus Blue Jackets

New York Rangers

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As the Columbus Blue Jackets prepare to host the New York Rangers on March 19, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with contrasting recent forms that could have a significant impact on the outcome. The Blue Jackets have managed to secure victories in only 2 of their last 5 matches, indicating potential vulnerabilities in their defense and inconsistency in scoring. In contrast, the Rangers have been in excellent form, winning 4 out of their last 5 games, showcasing strong offensive capabilities and a resilient defense.

From a tactical perspective, Columbus may need to tighten their defensive play and enhance their scoring efficiency to compete effectively against a Rangers squad that has been capitalizing on opportunities and maintaining pressure throughout the game. The bookmakers’ odds reflect this, with Columbus at 1.96 for a home win compared to New York’s 3.18. The model prediction suggests a slightly favored home win probability of 50.9%, alongside a 23.4% chance for a draw and 28.1% for an away win.

As the puck drops, expect a tightly contested battle, but ultimately, recent form and performance trends give the Rangers a strategic advantage, though surprises are always possible in the NHL.

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Columbus
48.2%		 Draw
22.2%		 NY Rangers
29.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Columbus Blue Jackets: 1.48% New York Rangers: 0.06%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 2.01 4.36 3.29
Pinnacle 1.96 4.27 3.18

Latest Results

14.03.26 Philadelphia Flyers – Columbus Blue Jackets – 1:2 penalties
12.03.26 Florida Panthers – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:1 OT
10.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:5
09.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Los Angeles Kings – 4:5 OT
07.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Utah Mammoth – 4:5 OT		 16.03.26 New York Rangers – Los Angeles Kings – 1:4
14.03.26 Minnesota Wild – New York Rangers – 2:4
12.03.26 Winnipeg Jets – New York Rangers – 3:6
10.03.26 New York Rangers – Calgary Flames – 4:0
09.03.26 Philadelphia Flyers – New York Rangers – 2:6

Facts

  • This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 9 and 16).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 2.
  • In recent matches, Columbus has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • NY Rangers is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Columbus may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Columbus might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 50:64. (average 2.5:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Columbus won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 25:36. (average 2.3:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.03.26 New York Rangers – Columbus Blue Jackets – 4:5 OT
    15.11.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – New York Rangers – 1:2 penalties
    15.03.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – New York Rangers – 0:4
    09.03.25 New York Rangers – Columbus Blue Jackets – 3:7
    08.02.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – New York Rangers – 3:4

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 66 39 5 9 13 249:170 97
    2 Dallas Stars 67 33 9 10 15 235:184 94
    3 Minnesota Wild 68 25 13 12 18 226:196 88
    4 Anaheim Ducks 67 22 15 3 27 223:233 77
    5 Vegas Golden Knights 67 23 8 14 22 220:209 76
    6 Utah Mammoth 68 27 8 6 27 214:191 76
    7 Edmonton Oilers 68 25 8 9 26 238:232 75
    8 Seattle Kraken 66 25 6 9 26 191:199 71
    9 Los Angeles Kings 67 18 10 15 24 180:201 71
    10 San Jose Sharks 65 20 12 6 27 204:229 70
    11 Nashville Predators 66 22 7 9 28 195:225 67
    12 Winnipeg Jets 66 23 5 10 28 188:202 66
    13 St. Louis Blues 67 24 3 10 30 177:222 64
    14 Chicago Blackhawks 66 18 7 11 30 175:213 61
    15 Calgary Flames 67 22 4 7 34 167:212 59
    16 Vancouver Canucks 66 13 7 8 38 171:246 48

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 66 31 11 6 18 234:192 90
    2 Buffalo Sabres 67 34 7 6 20 235:200 88
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 65 31 9 4 21 231:182 84
    4 Pittsburgh Penguins 67 29 5 15 18 230:204 83
    5 Montreal Canadiens 66 25 11 10 20 233:220 82
    6 Detroit Red Wings 68 26 11 8 23 200:203 82
    7 Boston Bruins 67 27 10 7 23 222:211 81
    8 New York Islanders 67 24 14 5 24 197:191 81
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 66 23 11 11 21 212:208 79
    10 Ottawa Senators 66 28 6 9 23 225:205 77
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 66 20 11 12 23 191:205 74
    12 Washington Capitals 68 28 5 8 27 212:203 74
    13 New Jersey Devils 67 22 12 2 31 180:204 70
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 68 21 8 12 27 215:238 70
    15 Florida Panthers 66 26 7 3 30 199:220 69
    16 New York Rangers 67 19 9 8 31 190:209 64

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.9 (21.26%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5 (16.59%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6 (13.82%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 12 (6.91%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 13 (6.38%)

    6. Dallas Stars: 13 (6.38%)

    7. Minnesota Wild: 17 (4.88%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 21 (3.95%)

    9. Utah Mammoth: 31 (2.68%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 34 (2.44%)

    11. Montreal Canadiens: 41 (2.02%)

    12. Pittsburgh Penguins: 46 (1.8%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 51 (1.63%)

    14. Anaheim Ducks: 51 (1.63%)

    15. New York Islanders: 51 (1.63%)

    16. Columbus Blue Jackets: 56 (1.48%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 66 (1.26%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.82%)

    19. Washington Capitals: 201 (0.41%)

    20. San Jose Sharks: 201 (0.41%)

    21. Florida Panthers: 251 (0.33%)

    22. Seattle Kraken: 301 (0.28%)

    23. Winnipeg Jets: 351 (0.24%)

    24. Nashville Predators: 401 (0.21%)

    25. Philadelphia Flyers: 601 (0.14%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 751 (0.11%)

    27. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1501 (0.06%)

    28. Calgary Flames: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. St. Louis Blues: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Chicago Blackhawks: 1501 (0.06%)

    31. New York Rangers: 1501 (0.06%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 1501 (0.06%)

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