Players to target: Artemi Panarin, Nick Foligno, and Josh Anderson
The new Columbus Blue Jackets top line has gelled nicely since being put together, as they have a 60 Corsi For percentage, 60.8 Corsi For per 60 minutes, and 2.9 expected Goals For per 60 minutes. They will face off against the New York Rangers, who give up the most High-Danger Corsi Against per 60 minutes in the NHL at over 14.
Their specific line matchup will most likely be against the Kevin Hayes line, which has struggled to post solid possession numbers. They are at a 43.8 Corsi For percentage and 54.9 Corsi Against per 60 minutes. The Blue Jackets may go a bit overlooked because of the fact that they are on the road and that there are so many solid plays today, but they should see as many scoring chances as anyone.