American ice hockey player
The crowd's reaction to the introduction of Zach Werenski following his very loud off season demands.
NHL.com Oct 06
Trophy Tracker: Avalanche defenseman Makar early-season choice for Norris | NHL.com
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The Columbus Blue Jackets will not name a captain amid ongoing uncertainty about star defenseman Zach Werenski's future ... Show more
Columbus Blue Jackets opt for no captain this season
Columbus Blue Jackets opt for no captain this season
5 takeaways from the Penguins' preseason loss in Columbus
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Zach Werenski took his son Hudson to the rink for the first time! 💙
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The Athletic Aug 13
Zach Werenski met with reporters on Thursday for the first time since he became one of the league’s biggest offseason stories ... Show more
athlonsports.com Aug 21
Blue Jackets GM Shares Major Injury Update Before 2027 NHL Season: The Blue Jackets revealed one of their players underwent shoulder surgery and will miss an ...
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NHL.com Aug 10
NHL Media : Presenting NHL Network's list of the Top 20 Defensemen Right Now! #NHLTopPlayers
Columbus' Zach Werenski vetoes trade to Dallas, source says - ESPN: Blue Jackets star defenseman Zach Werenski has vetoed a trade to the Stars ...
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TSN Jul 01
Zach Werenski is 'comfortable' returning to Columbus after a conversation with his agent and Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell, per @DarrenDreger .
Detroit Red Wings, Dylan Larkin get lesson in how to reconcile: After a turbulent time between an NHL star and his team, the sides reconciled ...
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If Zach Werenski wants to join the Lightning, what will it take to get him?: As the NHL offseason hits full stride with the opening of free agency ...
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Paid articlePaywall Columbus Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness 'shocked' by stars seeking exits: Columbus Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness blindsided by stars Zach Werenski and Kirill ...
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SB Nation Jul 01
NHL Free Agency live tracker: Every signing as it happens: Every signing as it happens.
sbnation.com/nhl/1121131/nhl-free-agency-live-tracker-every-signing-as-it-happens
athlonsports.com Jun 30
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Told to Recruit Zach Werenski: TSN's Bryan Hayes wants Auston Matthews recruiting Zach Werenski as the Maple Leafs weigh a ...
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12 players the Flyers could target to upgrade their roster via trade, free agency, or an offer sheet
inquirer.com/flyers/nhl-free-agency-targets-trades-werenski-larkin-bourque-cozens-carlson-20260630.html
Breaking down Columbus Blue Jackets' 2026 draft class: Overshadowed by Zach Werenski and Kirill Marchenko trade talk, the Blue Jackets made seven picks in the ...
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Zach Werenski, Blue Jackets to discuss his future after NHL Draft: As public and private trade requests dominate the news cycle, the Columbus Blue Jackets will ...
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Will Zach Werenski request a trade from Columbus Blue Jackets?: An NHL insider's report that Zach Werenski may request a trade from Columbus Blue Jackets has ...
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Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell shares what it would take to get Columbus to trade Zach Werenski. See link below ⬇️
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What's the trade value of Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski?
What's the trade value of Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski?
NHL.com Jun 02
Zach Werenski named winner of James Norris Memorial Trophy | Columbus Blue Jackets
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Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski leads voting at his position group to earn second straight NHL First Team All-Star recognition ... Show more
Zach Werenski voted NHL First Team All-Star for second straight year
Zach Werenski voted NHL First Team All-Star for second straight year
Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski captures Norris Trophy - ESPN: Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets has won the Norris Trophy, given annually to the ...
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Rasmus Dahlin, Cale Makar, and Zach Werenski are the finalists for the 2025-26 Norris Trophy 💥
Key FactsDahlin, Makar and Werenski named Norris finalists
May 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ctvnews.ca
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ctvnews.ca
- Rasmus Dahlin, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski were named finalists from Buffalo, Colorado and Columbus, respectively.
- Dahlin recorded 74 points as Buffalo reached the playoffs for the first time since 2011 and won its first division title since 2010.
- Makar had 79 points in 75 games and became the first NHL defenceman in 34 years with three consecutive 20-goal seasons.
- Werenski recorded 81 points and 22 goals, tying the defencemen’s goal lead, while Columbus missed the playoffs.
Country star Luke Combs brought Ohio State football players and Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski on stage to shotgun a beer ... Show more
Zach Werenski, Will Howard shotgun a beer with Luke Combs at Ohio Stadium
Zach Werenski, Will Howard shotgun a beer with Luke Combs at Ohio Stadium
NHL.com Apr 08
COMEBACK = COMPLETE 🤯
Zach Werenski comes up clutch with a HUGE win for the Columbus Blue Jackets!!!
Live updates: Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets, Gibson in goal: Get updates from the Red Wings' latest biggest game of the season against the Blue Jackets.
detroitnews.com/story/sports/nhl/2026/04/07/live-updates-red-wings-vs-blue-jackets/89491969007/
Flyers playoff push hits a setback with a 3-2 home loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets
inquirer.com/flyers/flyers-blue-jackets-score-jamie-drysdale-zach-werenski-sean-couturier-20260324.html
This moment between Zach Werenski, Dylan Larkin and the Gaudreau kids 🥹🇺🇸
Team USA hockey continues to honor Matthew and Johnny Gaudreau 👏 (via ... Show more
Key FactsOvertime Gold and Gaudreau Tribute
Feb 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thespun.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thespun.com
- Team USA beat Canada 2-1 in overtime to claim the men's Olympic hockey gold, with Jack Hughes scoring the winner.
- The victory celebration included a tribute to the late Johnny Gaudreau as teammates brought his jersey onto the ice and the family’s children were brought out.
- Meredith Gaudreau attended the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy at Team USA's invitation, calling the decision quick and saying it was meaningful to represent Johnny.
- Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were killed in August 2024 when an alleged drunk driver struck them while cycling in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, days before their sister's wedding.
So it’s fun here to represent him, and support everyone who’s honoring him as well.— Meredith Gaudreau, wife of Johnny Gaudreau, talking about representing him at Team USA's celebration and honoring his memory
"That was more important to us than winning a gold medal."
Zach Werenski on Team USA's tribute to Johnny Gaudreau after the gold medal game ❤️ ... Show more
"Honestly I think it's kind of an easy answer: I think it's us winning the (Stanley) Cup." 🤯
Team USA gold medal-winner Zach Werenski ... Show more
NHL.com Mar 11
NHL Media : The race for the Norris Trophy continues 🏁
Who has your vote for the League's top defenseman this season?
Read more about how our writers voted ... Show more
Trophy Tracker: Makar, Werenski in close race for Norris as top defenseman | NHL.com
Trophy Tracker: Makar, Werenski in close race for Norris as top defenseman | NHL.com
NHL.com Mar 01
Zach Werenski's nine‑game point streak is now the longest in Columbus Blue Jackets franchise history by a defenseman 🔥
Columbus Blue Jackets to have Werenski, Marchment vs Utah Mammoth: Columbus Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski and Mason Marchment are expected to play vs ...
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NHL.com Feb 22
Teammates as kids, in college, and for USA Hockey.
Zach Werenski and Dylan Larkin are #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterOlympics gold medalists 👏
THE TKACHUK BROTHERS 🇺🇸
Brady Tkachuk opens up the scoring for Team USA men's hockey with the assist from his brother Matthew and Zach Werenski 💪
Team USA Advances to Olympic Gold-Medal Game With 6-2 Victory Over Slovakia: U.S. Set to Play Canada for Gold, Puck Drop is Set for Sunday (Feb. 22), at 8:10 a.m ...
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Zach Werenski, Boone Jenner out vs Nashville Predators: Zach Werenski, Boone Jenner are out of Columbus Blue Jackets' lineup for key game against Nashville ...
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Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski scratched with illness against New York Rangers on March 2 at Madison Square Garden ... Show more
Zach Werenski out with illness against New York Rangers
Zach Werenski out with illness against New York Rangers
TEAM USA STRIKES FIRST WITH 9 SECONDS LEFT IN THE FIRST PERIOD 🚨
Zach Werenski's goal has the U.S. over Germany, 1-0 🇺🇸
Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski addresses team's laughter at Trump's comment about U.S. women's hockey team ... Show more
Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski addresses Trump's women's hockey comment
Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski addresses Trump's women's hockey comment
OpinionAn Olympic Final Worthy of a Rivalry: Louisa Thomas on Team U.S.A.’s men’s hockey team winning gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics against Team Canada.
newyorker.com/sports/sporting-scene/an-olympic-final-worthy-of-a-rivalry
Key FactsUnexpected Tribute After Olympic Gold
Feb 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Jack Hughes, 24 and a New Jersey Devils forward, scored an overtime goal that secured Olympic gold for Team USA.
- When asked whom he thought of first, Hughes named teammate Megan Keller instead of brother Quinn or alleged girlfriend Tate McRae.
- Keller had scored a 3-on-3 overtime game-winner against Canada nights earlier and was congratulated by Hughes before his gold-medal game.
- The victory was described as career-defining for the former No. 1 draft pick who has battled injuries, and teammates carried the overtime hero to the Olympic Village.
Oddly enough, Megan Keller,— Said by Jack Hughes, after thinking about who came to mind first following USA's Olympic gold win.
All 4 USA hockey players on ice for winning goal were Michiganders: Jack Hughes, Dylan Larkin, Connor Hellebuyck and Zach Werenski were all on the ice for the ...
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Columbus Blue Jackets want to limit Zach Werenski's ice time to avoid injuries, but he skated a whopping 28:34 in a Feb. 26 loss to the Boston Bruins ... Show more
Zach Werenski gives Columbus Blue Jackets ice time conundrum
Zach Werenski gives Columbus Blue Jackets ice time conundrum
NHL.com Feb 08
Team Practices are underway in Milan 🏒
Watch NHLers take the ice at the #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterOlympics beginning February 11 on NBC Sports, Peacock TV, CBC Sports, CBC Gem ... Show more
Zach Werenski and the U.S. men's hockey team honored late teammate Johnny Gaudreau after winning Olympic gold. See link below ⬇️
Full story: Zach Werenski discusses honoring Johnny Gaudreau after winning gold
Michigan's Zach Werenski scores as U.S. hockey team routs Germany: Auston Matthews had two goals and an assist for the United States.
detroitnews.com/story/sports/olympics/2026/02/15/michigans-zach-werenski-scores-as-u-s-hockey-team-routs-germany/88694456007/
Zach Werenski puts Team USA up 1-0 just before the end of the first 🔥
🎥 @usahockey | #WinterOlympics https://x.com/NBCOlympics/status/2023138328523026772/video/1
Life as an NHLer in the Olympic Village: Awkward encounters, late bedtimes and ‘just kind of hanging’
nytimes.com/athletic/7057673/2026/02/19/united-states-olympic-village-stories/
NHL.com Feb 09
NHL Media : Zach Werenski is quite the traveler! 🌎
Watch NHL My World featuring Werenski on our YouTube channel ➡️ Atalanta-Cremonese 2-1 | Palladino: "Grande prova di maturità dei ragazzi" | 24ª Serie A 25/26 -SUB
What a sophomore season Lane Hutson is having 👏
📺: Canadiens vs. Jets TONIGHT at 7pm ET / 6pm CT on Sportsnet
Jet Greaves' 28-save shutout makes Zach Werenski's 19th goal of the season stand up as the winner in Columbus Blue Jackets' 1-0 win over Dallas Stars ... Show more
Greaves' 28 saves lead Columbus Blue Jackets to 1-0 win
Greaves' 28 saves lead Columbus Blue Jackets to 1-0 win
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell discusses blown leads, the March 6 trade deadline, individual struggles and Zach Werenski's future ... Show more
Columbus Blue Jackets midseason Q&A with president/GM Don Waddell
Columbus Blue Jackets midseason Q&A with president/GM Don Waddell
NHL.com Jan 12
Zach Werenski:
7 goals and 16 points in his last 10 games
16 goals and 46 points in 40 games this season
What a player 👀
BLUE JACKETS SNAP A FOUR-GAME LOSING STREAK 🫰
Zach Werenski finds Dmitri Voronkov for the Subway Canada OT winner!
Blue Jackets drop second in a row to open road trip against Sharks: Blue Jackets' continue spinning their wheels at the bottom of the NHL's Eastern Conference ...
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NHL.com Jan 07
Trophy Tracker: Makar of Avalanche unanimous choice as Norris winner | NHL.com: Werenski, Heiskanen also among favorites for best defenseman by NHL.com panel
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NHL.com Dec 23 25
Looking back at the defensive points leaders as we approach the end of an action packed 2025! 📈
Blue Jackets forward Miles Wood out after suffering lower-body injury: Blue Jackets forward Miles Wood suffered a lower-body injury in Columbus 3-2 loss to the ...
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After calling out the Blue Jackets for unacceptable play, Zach Werenski did his part to try to turn things around, but it wasn't enough vs. the Ducks ... Show more
Zach Werenski scores, is hurt as Columbus Blue Jackets fall to Ducks
Zach Werenski scores, is hurt as Columbus Blue Jackets fall to Ducks
According to the Athletic, testing has been done on the ankle of Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski, and the initial news is good ... Show more
Zach Werenski X-rays yield good news for Blue Jackets, per report
Zach Werenski X-rays yield good news for Blue Jackets, per report
Without star defenseman Zach Werenski, the Columbus Blue Jackets won their first game after the holidays, winning 4-2 over the New York Islanders ... Show more
Columbus Blue Jackets score 3 3rd period goals in 4-2 win vs Islanders
Columbus Blue Jackets score 3 3rd period goals in 4-2 win vs Islanders
The Columbus Blue Jackets did not take advantage of a big scoring night for defenseman Zach Werenski, falling 5-2 to the Minnesota Wild on Dec. 18 ... Show more
Zach Werenski scores 2 goals in Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 loss to Wild
Zach Werenski scores 2 goals in Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 loss to Wild
Werenski gave the Columbus Blue Jackets a 1-0 lead late in the third period, but Cowan tied it and Nylander scored in OT for the Maple Leafs ... Show more
Blue Jackets fumble another late lead, lose to Maple Leafs in OT
Blue Jackets fumble another late lead, lose to Maple Leafs in OT
Marchenko returns for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings: The Columbus Blue Jackets' second leading scorer, Kirill Marchenko, will return from injury Dec ...
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