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The Columbus Blue Jackets (35-21-11) host the New York Rangers (28-32-8) at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on March 19, 2026, starting at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Blue Jackets rank ninth while the Rangers are 16th in the Eastern Conference.
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Blue Jackets vs. Rangers: March 19 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
Blue Jackets' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.15 | 14th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.10 | 19th |
| Shots | 29.7 | 6th |
| Shots Allowed | 29.3 | 23rd |
| Power Play % | 20.86% | 15th |
| Penalty Kill % | 77.96% | 23rd |
Rangers' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.79 | 25th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.16 | 22nd |
| Shots | 25.0 | 31st |
| Shots Allowed | 29.1 | 21st |
| Power Play % | 24.26% | 6th |
| Penalty Kill % | 77.61% | 26th |
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Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Top Players
Blue Jackets
- Zachary Werenski has been imperative to Columbus' offense this season, registering 69 points in 60 games.
- Kirill Marchenko is another of Columbus' important contributors currently with 57 total points (25 goals and 32 assists) to his name.
- Columbus' offensive effort is aided by Charlie Coyle's 57 points. He's contributed 38 assists.
- In the 43 games Jet Greaves has played this season, his save percentage is .909, 11th in the league.
Rangers
- Mika Zibanejad's 64 points make him a pivotal offensive option for New York. He has recorded 28 goals and 36 assists in 67 games.
- Vincent Trocheck is a key piece of the offense for New York with 47 total points this season. He has scored 14 goals and added 33 assists in 53 games.
- Alexis Lafreniere has posted 19 goals on the season, chipping in 26 assists.
- Igor Shesterkin has a 22-13-6 record this season, with a .913 save percentage (sixth-best in the league). He has 1,085 saves, and has given up 104 goals (2.5 goals against average).
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Injury Report
Blue Jackets
Brendan Smith: Out (Knee)
Rangers
Noah Laba: Day-To-Day (Lower Body),
Urho Vaakanainen: Day-To-Day (Upper Body),
Matthew Rempe: Out (Thumb)
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Blue Jackets' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Panthers | L 2-1 | Away |
| 3/14/2026 | Flyers | W 2-1 | Away |
| 3/17/2026 | Hurricanes | W 5-1 | Home |
| 3/19/2026 | Rangers | - | Home |
| 3/21/2026 | Kraken | - | Home |
| 3/22/2026 | Islanders | - | Away |
| 3/24/2026 | Flyers | - | Away |
Rangers' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2026 | Wild | W 4-2 | Away |
| 3/16/2026 | Kings | L 4-1 | Home |
| 3/18/2026 | Devils | L 6-3 | Home |
| 3/19/2026 | Blue Jackets | - | Away |
| 3/22/2026 | Jets | - | Home |
| 3/23/2026 | Senators | - | Home |
| 3/25/2026 | Maple Leafs | - | Away |