New York Rangers (9-7-2, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (9-7-1, in the Metropolitan Division)

Columbus, Ohio; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: The Columbus Blue Jackets host the New York Rangers after Mathieu Olivier scored two goals in the Blue Jackets’ 5-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers.

Columbus is 9-7-1 overall with a 1-3-0 record in Metropolitan Division games. The Blue Jackets have conceded 55 goals while scoring 53 for a -2 scoring differential.

New York has a 9-7-2 record overall and a 1-4-0 record in Metropolitan Division games. The Rangers are 8-0-1 in games they score at least three goals.

The matchup Saturday is the first meeting this season between the two teams.

TOP PERFORMERS: Zachary Werenski has four goals and eight assists for the Blue Jacket

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