UPDATE: The New York Rangers clinched a narrow victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets in a thrilling shootout, winning 2-1 on December 12, 2025. This urgent win is a significant boost for the Rangers, as they continue to push for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.
The game unfolded at Madison Square Garden, with 16,298 fans in attendance, witnessing a tense battle from start to finish. The Rangers struck first in the second period when Mika Zibanejad scored his 6th goal of the season, assisted by Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox at just 5:42 into the period.
Columbus answered back with a power-play goal from Yegor Voronkov, who found the net at 15:20 of the second period, leveling the score. Both teams had opportunities to take the lead, but strong defensive plays and excellent goaltending kept the score tied at the end of regulation.
Throughout the game, both teams faced a series of penalties that kept the action intense. Notably, the Rangers had a penalty shot opportunity due to an interference foul by Raddysh, but it ultimately did not convert into a goal.
In the decisive shootout, the Rangers secured their victory with a goal from K’Andre Miller after both teams had missed their initial attempts. Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin made crucial saves, denying all three shootout attempts from Columbus.
The Rangers recorded a total of 32 shots on goal compared to Columbus’s 24, showcasing their offensive pressure throughout the match. Both teams succeeded on one of their two power-play opportunities, emphasizing the tight contest.
As the Rangers celebrate this hard-fought win, they look ahead to their next matchup, needing to maintain this momentum. Fans are eager to see if this victory can spark a winning streak as the season progresses.
Stay tuned for more updates on the New York Rangers and their quest for playoff success!
