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Kent Johnson Scores in OT as Blue Jackets Beat Rangers 1-0 Behind Jet Greaves' Shutout
Dylan Garand stopped nearly everything, but Columbus broke through late in overtime after New York went scoreless on three power plays.
Kent Johnson scored with 1:34 remaining in overtime as the Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the visiting New York Rangers 1-0 on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Nationwide Arena.
Both teams entered the contest seeking to rebound from recent losses, creating a defensive stalemate where goaltenders Dylan Garand and Jet Greaves remained nearly perfect through regulation.
Johnson converted a pass from Zach Werenski, who teamed with Charlie Coyle to set up the winner after Garand stopped 28 shots throughout the night.
Jet Greaves earned his first shutout of the season with 30 saves, while the Rangers dropped their second consecutive game despite Garand's 28-save performance.
The Blue Jackets travel to Saint Paul to face the Minnesota Wild on Sunday, while the Rangers host the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.