The two key Blue Jackets – a standout veteran and an up-and-coming star – put in a lot of work together to be ready for the ...

The Columbus Blue Jackets, led by Zach Werenski, are aiming to make a big statement in the upcoming NHL season.

Zach Werenski finished second in 2024-25 voting for the Norris Trophy, awarded to the NHL's best defenseman. Werenski led the league in ice time, averaging 26:45 per game.

Zach Werenski honored Johnny Gaudreau after the U.S. ended a 92-year drought at the men's world championships. Now, the Blue Jackets star wants more.

Werenski vouched for Dante Fabbro publicly and said he'd love to play with him going forward, so make it happen. Zach says he's ready to make the playoffs and win now, make it happen.

Zach Werenski honored Johnny Gaudreau after the U.S. ended a 92-year drought at the men's world championships. Now, the Blue Jackets star wants more.

COLUMBUS, OHIO – APRIL 17: Zach Werenski #8 of the Columbus Blue Jackets skates with the puck during in a game against the New York Islanders at Nationwide Arena on April 17, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

That included the U.S. and Canada. No other Blue Jackets were included among the announcements, as USA Hockey declined to name Zach Werenski one of its “first six” 2026 Olympians.