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Werenski Reaffirms Stay in Columbus Amid Trade Buzz

Zach Werenski expressed a clear desire to win in Columbus as rumors linked him to deals with teams like the Dallas Stars, Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs. A potential trade was discussed and presented, but Werenski vetoed it using his no-move clause and remains with the Blue Jackets through 2027-28. GM Don Waddell said a deal was on the table but Werenski chose to stay, highlighting Columbus’ ongoing challenge of turning star power into sustained playoff success as the team moves forward.

via Bleacher Report|

#columbus-blue-jackets #nhl #playoffs

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Werenski Blocks Dallas Trade, Extending Columbus Exit Saga

Columbus defenseman Zach Werenski reportedly blocked a trade to the Dallas Stars that would have sent Thomas Harley to Columbus, despite the Jackets having agreed to move him; Werenski supposedly prefers an Eastern Conference destination, and the leaked framework has strained their relationship as training camp approaches. The Stars have also seen another blockbuster deal fall apart with Jason Robertson, signaling a turbulent offseason for Dallas.

via ProHockeyRumors.com|

#columbus-blue-jackets #dallas-stars #nhl-trade

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Werenski Won’t Rush to Sharks: Friedman Highlights Win Factor

On the 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte Friedman suggested Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski would likely want to win somewhere else, with his no-movement clause limiting a quick Sharks move; Dallas is cited as a sensible destination, and Werenski’s contract through 2027-28 means the situation could shift in two years as San Jose contends around young star Macklin Celebrini.

via San Jose Hockey Now|

#dallas-stars #elliotte-friedman #macklin-celebrini

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Werenski Trade to Maple Leafs Sparks High-Stakes Cap Equation

Zach Werenski is reportedly willing to be traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs, a potential blockbuster for Toronto’s defense, but the deal carries a $9.58 million cap hit and would require significant assets from Columbus, making it uncertain despite Werenski's prime age and strong production.

via Markerzone.com|

#cap-hit #columbus-blue-jackets #nhl-trade

sports1 month ago•24 min saved

Sharks Chase Werenski as CBJ Trade Talks Heat Up, Highlighting Draft Talent Karmanov

The San Jose Sharks are among several teams pursuing Norris-winning defenseman Zach Werenski as Columbus Blue Jackets field trade calls; Werenski has two years left on a $9.583 million AAV deal and isn’t seeking an extension with Columbus, while CBJ wants NHL-ready assets. Amid the trade chatter, SJ also drafted towering defenseman Alexander Karmanov and fans react to the Sharks’ draft haul and ongoing trade discussions.

via San Jose Hockey Now|

#alexander-karmanov #columbus-blue-jackets #nhl-draft-2026

sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Penguins Stay Quiet, Land Key Picks as Trade Talk Heats Up

Day 2 of the NHL Draft featured the Pittsburgh Penguins not pulling off a blockbuster trade, instead drafting Markus Ruck (joining his twin Liam), Tomas Galvas, Pierce Mbuyi, Park Von Richter, and Matvei Nikonovich while GM Kyle Dubas and VP Wes Clark weigh the results. Across the league, big-name trade rumors swirled around players like Zach Werenski and others, as teams reassess after the draft and goaltending moves continue to be debated.

via Pittsburgh Hockey Now|

#kyle-dubas #nhl-draft-2026 #nhl-trade-rumors

sports1 month ago•12 min saved

Werenski Watch: Eight Teams Circling Columbus as Trade Talk Heats Up

Columbus defenseman Zach Werenski, the Norris Trophy winner who won’t re-sign with the Jackets when his contract ends in 2028, has trade talks starting to pick up. GM Don Waddell is seeking an NHL-player–heavy package (not futures) and has spotlighted eight potential destinations—Philadelphia, Dallas, Carolina, San Jose, Toronto, Boston, Anaheim, and Detroit—each evaluated for fit and return:value. With Werenski’s no-move clause until 2027 (and a 10-team no-trade window after) and Kirill Marchenko’s looming free-agent status, Columbus could pivot to a high-priced, roster-strengthening deal rather than a rebuild, following a Nash-era blueprint of demanding impact players in return.

via The New York Times|

#columbus-blue-jackets #nhl-trades #norris-trophy

sports-hockey1 month ago•3 min saved

Larkin Trade Watch Heats Up as Detroit Expands Options; Matthews Likely Return to Toronto; Werenski Rumors Quiet

Pro Hockey Rumors reports Dylan Larkin’s trade market is broadening beyond Detroit’s original three-team list as GM Steve Yzerman stays in contact with agent Pat Brisson; Dallas is among teams checking in, and a third-party team could be included to balance assets. Larkin, 29, had 34 goals and 67 points last season at an $8.7M cap hit. Auston Matthews appears likely to return to Toronto after cordial talks with newly hired Leafs GM John Chayka, though nothing is official. Despite chatter linking Werenski to a move due to friendship with Larkin, Columbus has received no trade request, and Werenski—who posted 22 goals and 81 points with Norris Trophy honors while logging heavy minutes—has two years left on his contract. The piece also includes a reader poll on Larkin’s destination.

via Pro Hockey Rumors|

#auston-matthews #detroit-red-wings #dylan-larkin

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Chychrun Overlooked as Norris Trophy Balloting Ignores Goals Leader

Jakob Chychrun led all NHL defensemen in goals (26) and tallied 60 points in 80 games, yet he received zero votes on the 2026 Norris Trophy ballots. Zach Werenski won with 113 first-place votes. Chychrun’s production—23:20 of ice time and 18+ even-strength goals—made him the lone post-lockout defender with at least 18 such goals to earn zero Norris votes, a notable snub in a year with several 20-goal defenders receiving recognition. Capitals’ voters were not represented on the PHWA ballot.

via RMNB|

#defenders #jakob-chychrun #nhl

sports2 months ago•8 min saved

Werenski Captures Norris Trophy, Jackets Make NHL History

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski was named the 2025-26 James Norris Memorial Trophy winner, becoming the franchise’s first player to capture the NHL’s top defenseman award after posting 81 points (22 goals, 59 assists) in 75 games, leading blueliners in multi-point outings, even-strength goals and shots on goal, and ranking second in average ice time.

via NHL.com|

#columbus-blue-jackets #defenseman #james-norris-memorial-trophy