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Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Prediction: Rangers Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [1/18/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Columbus Blue Jackets vs NY Rangers matchup.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 7:00PM ET as the Columbus Blue Jackets square off with the NY Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Rangers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Columbus-NY Rangers game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Rangers are more likely to win, while the Blue Jackets have a lower chance of victory."
For further insights into Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Blue Jackets vs. Rangers predictions page.
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Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Rangers and Blue Jackets at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. NY Rangers
- Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Blue Jackets vs. Rangers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Columbus vs. NY Rangers picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday'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 Rangers a 62% chance of beating the Blue Jackets.
According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blue Jackets | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-142) | -1.5 (+120) |
| Moneyline | +172 | -200 |
| Total | o6.5 (-110) | u6.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Blue Jackets vs. Rangers matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Blue Jackets vs. Rangers Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Rangers?
According to our model, NY's Artemi Panarin is most likely to score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Rangers.
Our projections give Panarin a 6.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Madison Square Garden, while the Rangers star is a 35.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.6% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 5.1% |
| Adam Fantilli | 5.0% |
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 6.8% |
| Chris Kreider | 6.2% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 5.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dmitri Voronkov | 29.5% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 29.3% |
| Adam Fantilli | 25.6% |
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 35.6% |
| Chris Kreider | 32.4% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 31.6% |
Conclusion
We predict the Rangers, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jackets on Saturday.
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 based on the latest 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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