N.Y. Rangers Secure Dramatic Shootout Victory Over Columbus, 2-1

UPDATE: The N.Y. Rangers triumphed in a nail-biting shootout against the Columbus Blue Jackets, winning 2-1 on July 15, 2025. This thrilling victory unfolded in front of 16,298 fans at the Madison Square Garden, marking a crucial moment in the Rangers’ season.

The game kicked off with a scoreless first period, but the action heated up in the second. Mika Zibanejad opened the scoring for the Rangers at 5:42 with a power-play goal assisted by Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox. Columbus quickly responded when Ivan Voronkov netted a power-play goal of his own at 15:20, leveling the score at 1-1.

Throughout the game, both teams faced a series of penalties, including a key interference penalty against Raddysh of the Rangers, which resulted in a penalty shot at 16:19. Despite numerous chances, neither team could break the tie in the third period or overtime.

The decisive shootout featured a flurry of intense action. The Rangers converted one of their attempts, with K’Andre Miller scoring, while the Blue Jackets struggled, failing to find the net against Rangers’ goalie Igor Shesterkin. The shootout concluded with the Rangers sealing the win, solidifying their position in the league.

The final statistics showed the Rangers outshooting Columbus 32-24, with Shesterkin saving 23 of 24 shots. The Rangers also capitalized on their power-play opportunities, going 1 for 2, matching Columbus’s success.

Fans are buzzing with excitement as this victory not only boosts team morale but also keeps the Rangers competitive in the tightly contested league standings.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Rangers as they prepare for their next challenge, continuing to build momentum after this thrilling win.