The Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the New York Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, extending their point streak to 11 games.
Blue Jackets Continue Streaking
Conor Garland gave the Blue Jackets a 2-1 lead at 19:01, with a play involving deflections off both Rangers defensemen Matthew Robertson and Braden Schneider. Mika Zibanejad tied the game for the Rangers at 4:44 with a shot that went in off of goaltender Jet Greaves’ glove.
Boone Jenner place Columbus ahead 3-2 at 7:04 by tapping in a rebound of his own shot. Adam Fantilli then extended the lead to 4-2 on a power play at 15:25, redirecting a shot from Zach Werenski. Alexis Lafreniere cut the Blue Jackets’ lead to 4-3 early in the third period, tipping in a shot from Adam Fox.
Damon Severson increased the Blue Jackets’ advantage to 5-3 at 6:12, scoring off a rebound from a Cole Sillinger shot. Fantilli scored an empty-net goal at 17:06 to finalize the score at 6-3.
Zach Werenski recorded three assists in the game and now has 72 points (20 goals, 52 assists) in 61 games, tying Artemi Panarin for the most points in Blue Jackets history. The Rangers struggled on the power play, converting only one of six opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was Columbus Blue Jackets 6, New York Rangers 3.
Who scored the game-winning goal?
Adam Fantilli scored the empty-net goal at 17:06, securing the 6-3 win for the Blue Jackets.
What did Mika Zibanejad say about the game?
Zibanejad stated that it was a “tough opponent” and that the Rangers needed to get a response, but ultimately felt they were “not good enough to beat this team.”
As the Blue Jackets continue their impressive streak, what adjustments might opposing teams make to strive and disrupt their momentum?
