New York got a 1-0 shootout win in the only meeting this season as Igor Shesterkin had 27 saves through overtime on Jan. 18. Jonathan Quick may get the call tonight, and he got his 400th career win in a 4-2 victory over Vegas on Sunday when he stopped 34 of 36 shots. The Rangers followed with a 3-2 win over Boston before losing 3-2 to Pittsburgh last night. Columbus has lost three in a row, including 3-2 in overtime to Utah on Thursday. Elvis Merzlikins is confirmed for the Blue Jackets, who have lost his past three starts. New York has won six of eight meetings, and the Rangers have won 13 of 16 February games dating to last season. Take the Rangers.
This pick was released to clients on February 08, 2025 at 11:15AM ET.
New York at Columbus
February 8, 2025
2 units on New York -142 (moneyline) (risk 2 to return 3.41)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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