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Kent Johnson scores in OT as Blue Jackets beat Rangers 1-0 behind Jet Greaves’ shutout

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Kent Johnson scored with 1:33 remaining on the clock in overtime, Jet Greaves got his fifth career shutout and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the New York Rangers 1-0 on Saturday night. Charlie Coyle brought the…

By The Associated Press · NBC4

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 3:21 AM

Key Things to Know

Kent Johnson scored in overtime to lead the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 1-0 victory over the Rangers.
Goaltender Jet Greaves recorded 29 saves to earn his fifth career NHL shutout.
Zach Werenski passed Seth Jones for the most overtime points in Blue Jackets franchise history with 22.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Kent Johnson scored with 1:33 remaining in overtime to give the Columbus Blue Jackets a 1-0 victory against the New York Rangers on Saturday night. Zach Werenski assisted on Johnson's wrist shot from the slot after receiving a pass from Charlie Coyle, securing Columbus's win and ending a two-game slide.

Goaltender Jet Greaves earned his fifth career shutout by stopping 29 shots for the Blue Jackets. New York goaltender Dylan Garand made 28 saves, but the Rangers failed to convert on three third-period power plays and saw Alexis Lafreniere's six-game point streak end.

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