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NHL · Goaltending · published 2026-10-18T00:00:00+00:00 · via The Hockey Writers

Greaves' Shutout, Johnson's OT Goal Lift Blue Jackets Past Rangers

Columbus edged the New York Rangers 1-0 in overtime on Saturday. Kent Johnson scored the deciding goal, and Jet Greaves made 29 saves for his first shutout of the season. Johnson has shown renewed confidence after a lingering injury affected him last season, while coach Rick Bowness credited his improved strength.

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Columbus earned a 1-0 overtime victory over the Rangers on Saturday. Kent Johnson supplied the deciding tally, and Jet Greaves denied all 29 shots he faced for his first clean sheet of the campaign. Dylan Garand was strong in the opposing crease, helping keep the contest scoreless into the extra period.

Zach Werenski exceeded 32 minutes of ice time and assisted on Johnson’s winner. Johnson appears stronger after an injury that lingered last season, affecting his skating and causing weight loss. Coach Rick Bowness attributed Johnson’s renewed confidence to summer strength work, and Johnson called his current form a major change.

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For Columbus supporters, this overtime win may strengthen belief in the club’s young core and

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