Vincent Trocheck scored the only goal of the shootout, Igor Shesterkin stopped 27 shots and New York Rangers beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 1-0 on Saturday night. Shesterkin got his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career as the Rangers won their second straight.

Blue Jackets goalie Daniil Tarasov posted his first NHL shutout in a stinging shootout loss, but kept his team in a playoff spot: 3 takeways

Igor Shesterkin made 27 saves and three more in the shootout as the host New York Rangers earned a crucial 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.

The Blue Jackets never quite got going in a lackluster 3-1 loss to the Islanders to end their seven-game point streak.

Even on a night when their offense was nearly non-existent, the Rangers’ continued their recent winning ways. Thanks to Igor Shesterkin.

Prediction for the NHL New York Rangers vs Columbus Blue Jackets match will occur on January 19. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

This is a team coming out of its rebuild and into its build phase. It has the potential to contend as it matures and as the roster is further tweaked.

WATCH: Blue Jackets vs. Rangers airs nationwide on NHL Network, and in the New York Market on MSG. It can be streamed live on fuboTV (free trial) or ESPN+ ($11.99 per month). Here’s how to tune in on Wednesday:

The Jackets have ventured into New York City for their first time this season as they look to win a 7th straight game. This is the first game of a four-game road gauntlet for Columbus. They're in Manhattan to play the Rangers tonight,

Looking to build upon their six-game point streak, John Tortorella's Philadelphia Flyers (22-20-6) begin an Empire State back-to-back on Thursday against Peter Laviolette's New York Rangers (23-20-4).

The Metropolitan Division is one of the most competitive divisions in the NHL. It is home to the Washington Capitals, the league's top team. How do the other clubs stack up? Check out this week's power rankings.