UPDATE: The N.Y. Rangers secured a nail-biting 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets in a dramatic shootout last night at Madison Square Garden. This thrilling matchup, held on July 15, 2025, saw the Rangers triumph as they continue to push for playoff positioning.
The action began with a tense first period that ended scoreless. However, the second period ignited the crowd with Mika Zibanejad’s power-play goal at 5:42, assisted by Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox. Just over nine minutes later, Columbus struck back with Kirill Voronkov netting a power-play goal of his own at 15:20, leveling the score at 1-1.
Both teams had their share of penalties, with a total of four infractions in the second period alone, including a rare penalty shot awarded to the Rangers after Raddysh’s interference on a breakaway. Despite the high stakes and intense moments, neither team could find the net in the third period or overtime, pushing the game to a shootout.
In the shootout, the Rangers outlasted the Blue Jackets, with Braden Schneider scoring the decisive goal after both teams struggled to convert their initial attempts. The Rangers registered 32 shots on goal, compared to Columbus’s 24, showcasing their offensive pressure throughout the game.
Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin was instrumental in the victory, making 23 saves on 24 shots, while Columbus’s Greaves stopped 31 of 32. The game drew a crowd of 16,298 fans, who left the arena buzzing from the thrilling finish.
The Rangers’ victory not only boosts their morale but also tightens their grip on a playoff spot as the season progresses. Fans and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on how this win impacts their upcoming games.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Rangers continue their quest for the playoffs!
