New Zach Werenski Trade Rumors Reveal Blue Jackets Star's Preferred Landing Spot
Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski prefers to be traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun.
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Former Exec: Zach Werenski Answers Auston Matthews Question
Former NHL executive Michael Futa believes that getting Zach Werenski would answer the Auston Matthews question for the Toronto Maple Leafs.Werenski, the reigning Norris Trophy winner as the NHL’s best defenseman, has requested a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he has spent the first decade of his pro hockey career. The Blue Jackets […] The post Former Exec: Zach Werenski Answers Auston Matthews Question appeared first on HEAVY .
2026 Blue Jackets Development Camp Notes: Lindstrom, Smith, Andreyanov, Hemming
The 2026 Development Camp is underway for the Columbus Blue Jackets. It features each of the four first-round picks from 2024-2026. Cayden Lindstrom (2024) is attending his third development camp.…
Vogelhuber promoted to Columbus, Bootland takes over Monsters
The Columbus Blue Jackets have named Trent Vogelhuber as an assistant coach for the NHL club, and have hired Nick Bootland to succeed Vogelhuber as head coach of the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters.
3 Takeaways From Day 1 of Blue Jackets Development Camp
The Columbus Blue Jackets opened up their team development camp with a split squad of recent draftees from their past three draft classes, as well as other camp invitees who…
Oilers Linked to Blue Jackets Goalie
The Edmonton Oilers are being linked to Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins, who will not be back in Columbus next season. The 32-year-old Latvian native has fallen out of favor in Columbus after spending the first seven years of his NHL career with the Blue Jackets since he was drafted in the third round […] The post Oilers Linked to Blue Jackets Goalie appeared first on HEAVY .
Latest on Zach Werenski Has 5 Teams Discussing Trade With Blue Jackets
The Zach Werenski saga continues in Columbus, where the Blue Jackets are getting plenty of interest from teams looking to snag the Norris Trophy winner. Werenski informed the team that he would not be extending beyond the current two years remaining on his contract ($9.583 million AAV). According to the latest report, insider David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period writes that there are five teams now that he can name that have discussed the possibility of a trade with Columbus. As follows: Dallas...
Which teams could land Zach Werenski?
Werenski has two more years remaining on his current contract.
Carolina Hurricanes Floated as Top Trade Destination for Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski
Columbus Blue Jackets star D-man Zach Werenski is starting to emerge as the top trade candidate in the NHL. Still unclear if the team will actually move on from their 2025-26 Norris Trophy-winning player, as you can imagine, there are a lot of rumors and speculation to which team may be able to put together […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Floated as Top Trade Destination for Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski appeared first on HEAVY .
Blue Jackets Facing Culture Crisis as Stars Prepare to Leave
While the Vegas Golden Knights have made their nine seasons in the league look easy, franchises like the Columbus Blue Jackets continue to face an uphill battle after 25 years.…
Maple Leafs will 100% pursue Zach Werenski trade, says Elliotte Friedman
The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to make a serious push for Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski if the Columbus Blue Jackets decide to move him. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman believes Toronto will be firmly in the mix, although the…
Blue Jackets re-sign Jack Williams to two-year, two-way extension
Jack Williams spent last season with the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters, where he scored 15 goals and added 23 assists for 38 points in 72 games.
NHL Rumor Roundup: What Will The Blue Jackets Do With Zach Werenski And Kirill Marchenko?
Zach Werenski and Kirill Marchenko reportedly don't intend to sign contract extensions, leaving the Blue Jackets scrambling to determine what to do with their two stars.
Around the NHL: Yzerman throws cold water on Larkin trade, Blue Jackets’ Werenski linked to 8 teams
We’re back for another edition of Around the NHL, and needless to say, it’s been a whirlwind start to the NHL offseason. The NHL Draft weekend provided a ton of surprises throughout the two-day event, including not only some surprise picks, but also a number of big trades, as movement throughout the league is at…
John Chayka Promises Maple Leafs Will Be ‘Aggressive’ on July 1
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka promised that his team will be “aggressive” when free agency opens on July 1.Even after acquiring defenseman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in a sign-and-trade deal and giving him an eight-year, $68 million contract, the Maple Leafs still have over $22 million in cap space this […] The post John Chayka Promises Maple Leafs Will Be ‘Aggressive’ on July 1 appeared first on HEAVY .
Report: Canadiens Make MASSIVE Offer for 67-Point Forward
There could very well be a period of upheaval on the horizon for the Columbus Blue Jackets, who have been reportedly informed by reigning Norris Trophy winning defenseman Zach Werenski that he will not sign a new deal with them after his current pact expires in two seasons.Additionally, it appears that will also be the […] The post Report: Canadiens Make MASSIVE Offer for 67-Point Forward appeared first on HEAVY .
Zach Werenski Linked to San Jose Sharks
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski, who has requested a trade out of Columbus, is now being linked to the San Jose Sharks.Werenski won the James Norris Memorial Trophy this season as the NHL’s top defenseman. He has played his entire 10-year career in Columbus, blossoming into one of the game’s elite blueliners.But with the […] The post Zach Werenski Linked to San Jose Sharks appeared first on HEAVY .
Blue Jackets Draft Night Overshadowed by Marchenko’s Request
It was supposed to be a night that Oscar Hemming would never forget. The Columbus Blue Jackets helped him realize his lifelong dream of making the NHL on Friday night…
NHL Rumours: Werenski & Marchenko Out, Hellebuyck to Sabres & Nurse List Expands
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Columbus Blue Jackets, who now have both defenceman Zach Werenski and winger Kirill Marchenko on the market. Next, the Winnipeg…
NHL rumors: Pierre LeBrun wants it known Lightning are a legit Zach Werenski trade suitor
After an outstanding season for Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski, rumors abound that he may be on the move at some point soon. According to a new social media post on X from NHL insider Pierre LeBrun, the Tampa Bay Lightning are a possible destination. Werenski is also reportedly getting interest from the Dallas […] The post NHL rumors: Pierre LeBrun wants it known Lightning are a legit Zach Werenski trade suitor appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NHL rumors: Maple Leafs the 1 Canadian team Zach Werenski might consider for trade
A move could be on the horizon for Columbus Blue Jackets star defenseman Zach Werenski, with the Toronto Maple Leafs being the only Canadian franchise on his list of acceptable destinations, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic. Werenski does not intend to sign a contract extension before his current agreement expires following the 2027-28 […] The post NHL rumors: Maple Leafs the 1 Canadian team Zach Werenski might consider for trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Flyers ‘All In’ On Trying to Acquire Norris Winner Zach Werenski
The Philadelphia Flyers are said to be “all in” on acquiring reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski from the Columbus Blue Jackets.After spending the first 10 seasons of his NHL career toiling for the lowly Blue Jackets, Werenski has requested a trade from the only team he’s ever known since Columbus made him the No. […] The post Flyers ‘All In’ On Trying to Acquire Norris Winner Zach Werenski appeared first on HEAVY .
Report: Zach Werenski willing to accept trade to Maple Leafs
According to The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun, Columbus Blue Jackets star defenceman Zach Werenski is open to a fresh start, and the Toronto Maple Leafs are the only Canadian team he’ll consider. The Norris Trophy winner notified the team he won’t be re-signing a contract extension in Columbus once he’s current deal expires after the 2027-28…
Canadiens Reportedly Calling on Star 31-Goal Scorer for Blockbuster Trade
The Montreal Canadiens are looking to pull off a blockbuster trade.Montreal reached the Eastern Conference Finals this season and will look to bolster its roster further this offseason. The Canadiens could use some more offense and NHL insider Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic reported the team is calling on Columbus Blue Jackets star forward Kirill […] The post Canadiens Reportedly Calling on Star 31-Goal Scorer for Blockbuster Trade appeared first on HEAVY .
Maple Leafs Have a Shot: Werenski the Game-Changer Toronto Needs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have spent years searching for the kind of elite, top-pairing defenceman capable of changing the identity of a franchise. If the rumor mill is to be…
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