The New York Rangers (31-26-6) take on the Columbus Blue Jackets (30-24-8) during Sunday's NHL action, starting at 6 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden and broadcast on ESPN+. The Rangers rank ninth in the Eastern Conference with 68 points and the Blue Jackets are eighth in the Eastern Conference with 68 points.
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Rangers vs. Blue Jackets: March 9 Viewing Options
- Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 6 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: New York City, New York
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
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Rangers' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.03 | 13th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.02 | 20th |
| Shots | 29 | 9th |
| Shots Allowed | 30.3 | 29th |
| Power Play % | 19.63% | 23rd |
| Penalty Kill % | 82.98% | 3rd |
Blue Jackets' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.27 | 7th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.29 | 26th |
| Shots | 28.6 | 15th |
| Shots Allowed | 29.8 | 26th |
| Power Play % | 20% | 20th |
| Penalty Kill % | 74.71% | 26th |
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Rangers vs. Blue Jackets Top Players
Rangers
- With 27 goals and 38 assists this season, Artemi Panarin is one of New York's top contributors (65 points).
- Jonathan Tanner Miller has 50 points (16 goals, 34 assists) to add to the team's offensive efforts.
- Adam Fox has created 48 points for New York in 58 games this season, scoring on 5% of his shots and recording five goals and 43 assists.
- In 46 games played this season, Igor Shesterkin (21-21-4) has given up 126 goals.
Blue Jackets
- Zachary Werenski's 66 points make him a pivotal offensive option for Columbus. He has 20 goals and 46 assists in 61 games.
- Kirill Marchenko is a key piece of the offense for Columbus with 60 total points this season. He has scored 24 goals and added 36 assists in 59 games.
- Kent Johnson has 43 points so far, including 20 goals and 23 assists.
- Elvis Merzlikins has an .897 save percentage (40th in the league), with 1102 total saves, giving up 126 goals (3.0 goals against average). He has compiled a 22-16-4 record this season.
Rangers vs. Blue Jackets Injury Report
Rangers
Adam Fox: Out (Upper Body),
Adam Edstrom: Out (Lower Body)
Blue Jackets
Kevin Labanc: Out For Season (Upper Body),
Cole Sillinger: Out (Upper Body),
Erik Gudbranson: Out (Shoulder),
Sean Monahan: Out (Wrist),
Luke Kunin: Day-To-Day (Trade Reasons)
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Rangers' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2025 | Islanders | W 4-0 | Home |
| 3/5/2025 | Capitals | L 3-2 | Home |
| 3/8/2025 | Senators | L 4-3 | Away |
| 3/9/2025 | Blue Jackets | - | Home |
| 3/11/2025 | Jets | - | Away |
| 3/13/2025 | Wild | - | Away |
| 3/15/2025 | Blue Jackets | - | Away |
Blue Jackets' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2025 | Red Wings | W 5-3 | Home |
| 3/4/2025 | Lightning | L 6-2 | Away |
| 3/6/2025 | Panthers | L 3-0 | Away |
| 3/9/2025 | Rangers | - | Away |
| 3/11/2025 | Devils | - | Away |
| 3/13/2025 | Golden Knights | - | Home |
| 3/15/2025 | Rangers | - | Home |