Zach Werenski of Blue Jackets wins Norris Trophy for top defenseman
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Zach Werenski has been awarded the Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman for 2026. His impressive season with the Columbus Blue Jackets included 81 points from 22 goals and 59 assists in 75 games. Werenski’s performance was highlighted by his contribution to the U.S. men’s hockey team, which secured gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics. This achievement marks his first Norris Trophy win and caps a significant year that also included becoming a father. He has led the Blue Jackets in scoring for the second consecutive year, despite the team’s struggles with playoff contention late in the season.
- •Werenski awarded Norris Trophy on June 2, 2026.
- •He scored 81 points during the season.
- •Led U.S. team to Olympic gold in Milan.
- •This is his first Norris Trophy win.
- •He has a strong case for Hall of Fame consideration.
- 5:24 PMESPN — Blue Jackets' Werenski takes home Norris Trophy
- 4:29 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski wins the Norris Trophy as the NHL's best defenseman
- 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski wins Norris Trophy
"Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski is the 2026 Norris Trophy winner, earning the prestigious award after a stellar season and Olympic gold.
"Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets has won the Norris Trophy, given annually to the NHL's top all-around defenseman.
Sources
External links- ESPNJun 2, 2026, 5:24 PMBlue Jackets' Werenski takes home Norris Trophy
Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets has won the Norris Trophy, given annually to the NHL's top all-around defenseman.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 4:29 PMBlue Jackets' Zach Werenski wins the Norris Trophy as the NHL's best defenseman
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:37 PMColumbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski wins Norris Trophy
Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski is the 2026 Norris Trophy winner, earning the prestigious award after a stellar season and Olympic gold.
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