Columbus Blue Jackets consider trade offers for Zach Werenski
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 12:29 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Columbus Blue Jackets are reportedly evaluating trade offers for defenseman Zach Werenski during the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo. General Manager Don Waddell is in discussions with opposing teams, indicating that Werenski may not extend his contract beyond its final two years. Speculation about his potential trade has surfaced as interest grows from teams, including the San Jose Sharks. Waddell plans to meet with Werenski after the draft concludes on June 27.
- •Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell is listening to trade offers for Werenski.
- •Werenski is the reigning Norris Trophy winning defenseman.
- •Interest in Werenski has increased from multiple teams as the draft unfolds.
- •Waddell will meet with Werenski after the draft ends on June 27.
- •The Sharks, along with Carolina and Toronto, are watching the situation closely.
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — Report says Columbus Blue Jackets assessing trade offers for Zach Werenski
"TSN report says Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell is now listening to trade offers for star defenseman Zach Werenski.
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