"The Blue Jackets are ranked 16th in the NHL with 211 goals this season, an average of 3.2 per contest. The Blue Jackets are ranked 19th in NHL action in goals against this season, having allowed 208 total goals (3.1 per game). Their goal differential (+3) ranks them 16th in the NHL."
"Over the past 10 games, the Blue Jackets have secured 60.0% of the possible points with a 6-0-4 record. They have averaged 3.5 goals per game (35 total) over that time. Over on the defensive end, the Blue Jackets have allowed 28 goals (2.8 per game) in those 10 outings."
"The Rangers' 187 total goals (2.8 per game) rank 25th in the NHL. The Rangers have conceded 209 total goals (3.1 per game) to rank 20th. Their 23rd-ranked goal differential is -22."
The Columbus Blue Jackets host the New York Rangers on Thursday evening with Columbus heavily favored at -219 moneyline odds compared to New York's +180 underdog position. Columbus maintains a 35-21-11 record while New York stands at 28-31-8. The Blue Jackets rank 16th in goals scored with 3.2 per game and 19th in goals allowed at 3.1 per game. The Rangers rank 25th offensively with 2.8 goals per game and 20th defensively allowing 3.1 per game. Over their last 10 games, Columbus has secured 60% of possible points with a 6-0-4 record, averaging 3.5 goals while allowing 2.8. The combined teams average 5.9 goals per game, slightly below the 6.5 over/under line.
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