Blue Jackets 1, Rangers 0 in OT on October 17, 2026

Recap

On October 17, 2026, the Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the New York Rangers 1-0 in overtime at Nationwide Arena. Kent Johnson scored the only goal at 3:26 of the extra period. Jet Greaves made 29 saves to earn the shutout.

Johnson entered the play from the bench during a Columbus possession in the offensive zone. Charlie Coyle moved the puck to Zach Werenski, whose cross-ice pass set up Johnson's one-timer. The finish extended Johnson's goal streak to 3 games.

Dylan Garand stopped 28 shots for the Rangers in a game dominated by the goaltenders. Neither team converted any of its 3 power-play opportunities. Columbus killed all 3 New York advantages during the third period to preserve the scoreless tie.

The Rangers fell to 6-3-1 following their second consecutive defeat. Johnson now has 4 goals in 6 games this season. Alexis Lafreniere's 6-game point streak ended. Columbus recovered from its previous loss by keeping New York scoreless through regulation and overtime.

Scoring

Columbus Blue Jackets won 1–0 at Nationwide Arena.

Who scored

• Kent Johnson Goal (4) Wrist Shot, assists: Zach Werenski (5), Charlie Coyle (6)

Goalies

• Dylan Garand stopped 28 of 29 for New York Rangers.
• Jet Greaves stopped 29 of 29 for Columbus Blue Jackets.

Kent Johnson Goal (4) Wrist Shot, assists: Zach Werenski (5), Charlie Coyle (6) That made the score 0–1 in the OT, and Columbus Blue Jackets stayed ahead.