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Blue Jackets vs. Rangers prediction: Columbus favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [3/2/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Columbus Blue Jackets vs NY Rangers predictions for NHL Monday.
The NY Rangers will square off with the Columbus Blue Jackets, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Madison Square Garden on Monday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Blue Jackets a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Rangers.
This article offers further insights into Monday's Blue Jackets vs. Rangers matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL game between the Blue Jackets and Rangers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Blue Jackets a 51% chance of defeating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blue Jackets | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+210) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -115 | +102 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Rangers +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Rangers | +102 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Rangers +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers player props
Who will score a goal in Blue Jackets vs. Rangers?
According to our model, Mika Zibanejad is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blue Jackets vs. Rangers.
Our projections give Zibanejad a 36.8% chance of scoring a goal at Madison Square Garden, while the star is an 8.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mason Marchment | 32.7% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 28.8% |
| Adam Fantilli | 28.6% |
| Charlie Coyle | 25.1% |
| Zach Werenski | 23.0% |
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mika Zibanejad | 36.8% |
| J.T. Miller | 33.4% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 28.2% |
| Will Cuylle | 27.3% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 24.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mason Marchment | 6.2% |
| Adam Fantilli | 5.2% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.1% |
| Charlie Coyle | 4.5% |
| Zach Werenski | 4.3% |
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mika Zibanejad | 8.2% |
| J.T. Miller | 7.2% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 5.3% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 4.5% |
| Will Cuylle | 4.5% |
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Rangers and Blue Jackets at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. NY Rangers
- Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blue Jackets vs. Rangers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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