COLUMBUS, Ohio — Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract.
The reigning Norris Trophy winner as the NHL’s best defenseman reiterated that the Blue Jackets must become a contender if he is to stay in central Ohio beyond the 2027-28 season.
“I want to see us in the playoffs and make progress. I feel like we’ve done that,” Werenski said. “Winning solves everything, and that’s where we have to get to as a club. We have to raise our standards and expectations, and that starts with myself. I fully plan on doing that this year and be an even better…
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