All the latest on Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski including career stats, NHL honors, contract & career highs.
Zach Werenski is one of the top defenseman in the NHL, and has been playing for the Blue Jackets his entire career.
Werenski was a member of Team USA's gold medal winning Olympic hockey team in 2026. His defensive partner at the Olympics was Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy.
Player Information
Name | Zachary Kenneth Werenski |
Age | 29 |
Height | 6' 2" |
Weight | 214 lbs |
Birthday | July 19, 1997 |
Birthplace | Grosse Point, Michigan |
Position | Defense |
Jersey Number | #8 |
College | Michigan |
Drafted | 2015: Round 1, Pick 8 (CBJ) |
Pro Experience | 11th season |
Team(s) | Columbus Blue Jackets (2016-) |
Zach Werenski's Career Stats
Stats entering the 2026-27 NHL season.
Games | 642 |
Points | 465 |
Goals | 135 |
Assists | 330 |
Power Play Points | 138 |
Power Play Goals | 29 |
Zach Werenski's Single-Season Career Highs
Stats entering the 2026-27 NHL season.
Points | 82 (2024-25) |
Goals | 23 (2024-25) |
Assists | 59 (2024-25, 2025-26) |
Zach Werenski's NHL Awards & Honors
2026 Olympic Hockey Gold Medalist (USA)
James Norris Memorial Trophy (2026)
2x All-NHL First Team (2025, 2026)
2x NHL All-Star (2018, 2022)
All-Rookie First Team (2017)
Zach Werenski's Salary and Contract
Werenski is signed to a six-year, $57.5 million contract with the Blue Jackets. The deal expires at the end of the 2027-28 season, and currently holds a $9.5 million annual cap hit.
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