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Zach Werenski Fantasy Stats

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Columbus Blue Jackets

Defenseman #8

Healthy
Height / Weight 6'2"  /  211 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) Jul 19, 1997 (29)
ESPN Eligible D

2026-27 Rankings

Current D9

Season Stats

SCORING
SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
2016-17CBJD78244.0611136471885.94009014+17
2017-18CBJD77239.5661621372077.73009216+8
2018-19CBJD82227.5561133441686.52008918-12
2019-20CBJD63644.95520214118710.75115810+9
2020-21CBJD35302.73471320798.90003913-9
2021-22CBJD68737.0611137482165.14009522-15
2022-23CBJD13152.20358417.3000240-6
2023-24CBJD70806.0611146572035.4200130220
2024-25CBJD811122.8492359822987.751013131+12
2025-26CBJD751006.7492259812608.54009418+7
2026-27CBJD15196.21321214444.5100340+6
Career 657 5679.5 505 137 342 479 1891 7.2 30 2 1 876 164 +17

Game Log

SCORING
TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
Oct 17, 2026 CBJNYRD14.7101110.000040+1
Oct 18, 2026 CBJMIND10.8101130.000010+1
Oct 20, 2026 CBJTORD17.8100090.000010-1
Oct 24, 2026 CBJVEGD7.1100030.0000200
Oct 27, 2026 CBJPHID14.1102210.000020+1
Oct 29, 2026 CBJCARD13.4101110.000030-2
Oct 31, 2026 CBJDALD13.6101140.000020-1
Nov 3, 2026 CBJCOLD14.3102220.000010+3
Nov 5, 2026 CBJDALD20.30101520.000010+1
Nov 6, 2026 CBJBUFD19.91101333.310030-2
Last 10 146.0 9 2 8 10 32 6.2 1 0 0 20 0 +1

Zach Werenski News

Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Hints at Long-Term Future With Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski has put trade rumors behind him and is ready to commit his long-term future to the team. "I think everyone knows how much I love this city and how much it means to me and I would have no issues being here for an even longer time," Werenski said. Next season, Werenski plans to be "even a better player, better leader, and a better person" for his teammates and the club. On June 30, Werenski vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars. The 2026 Norris Trophy winner has two seasons left on a six-year, $57.5 million contract. His commitment to the Blue Jackets is encouraging news for fantasy managers.
Aug 14   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Sticking With Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski isn't going anywhere despite being heavily linked to a trade this offseason. "I want to win and I want to do that in Columbus," Werenski said in a statement. "As I've thought about things and discussed everything with my wife and family, we want to be in Columbus. It has been my home for the past 10 years and I have always been proud to be a Blue Jacket. We have the best fans in the NHL. I love my teammates and coaches and I'm looking forward to doing everything I can to get us back in the playoffs to compete for a Stanley Cup. Don and I are completely aligned on that and are excited about what's to come with our team." The 2026 Norris Trophy winner has two years left on his contract. Werenski has developed into a fantasy stud in Columbus and could become just the sixth defenseman in NHL history to record three consecutive 80-point campaigns next season.
Jul 2   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Wins 2025-26 Norris Trophy

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski has been announced as the winner of the 2025-26 James Norris Memorial Trophy. The award is presented annually to the NHL's "top defensive player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-around ability in the position." In the voting, Werenski beat Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche) and Rasmus Dahlin (Buffalo Sabres). Werenski, who became the seventh Blue Jackets player to capture a major NHL award, finished the regular season as the second-highest-scoring defenseman in the league. He tallied 81 points (22 goals, 59 assists) in 75 games, leading Columbus in assists and points. That's now back-to-back 80-point campaigns for Werenski, who has established himself as one of the top fantasy blue-liners.
Jun 2   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Available Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (illness) will return from a three-game absence on Saturday against the Utah Mammoth. The star blue-liner missed time due to a stomach bug. Werenski will rejoin the first defensive pairing, bumping Ivan Provorov down to the second. He will also play a key role on the first power-play unit. Before exiting the lineup late last month, Werenski set a new franchise record for the longest point streak by a defenseman, getting on the score sheet in nine consecutive games. He has finished scoreless only twice in his last 24 appearances, posting 65 points (20 goals, 45 assists) in 54 games across the season.
Mar 7   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Iffy for Monday's Action

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (illness) is a game-time decision for Monday's tilt against the New York Rangers, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. The star defenseman is dealing with an illness and may exit the lineup for the fifth time this season. Werenski ranks second among defensemen with 65 points (20 goals, 45 assists) in 54 games. Egor Zamula is expected to join the lineup if Werenski can't play. At the same time, Ivan Provorov is likely to see more ice time, while Denton Mateychuk may return to power-play duty.
Mar 2   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Has Fifth Multi-Point Outing of the Month

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski notched two assists in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers, recording his fifth multi-point game of the month. Thanks to Werenski's playmaking, Charlie Coyle scored in the opening minute of the first period, and Kirill Marchenko netted a goal in the last minute of the same frame. With the two-assist effort, Werenski reclaimed the top spot in scoring among defensemen. He boasts 57 points (19 goals, 38 assists) in 48 games, putting him one ahead of Colorado's Cale Makar and Edmonton's Evan Bouchard. Werenski has tallied 17 points (five goals, 12 assists) in January alone.
Jan 29   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Totals Three Points in Tuesday's Win

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski posted his fifth three-point game of the season on Tuesday night, helping Rick Bowness enjoy a winning debut as the team's new head coach in a 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. Werenski scored a power-play goal in the third period and finished with two even-strength assists. It was Werenski's 15th consecutive home appearance with at least one point. Werenski is now just three points behind Colorado's Cale Makar in the battle for the NHL's highest-scoring defenseman honors. He has recorded 50 points (17 goals, 33 assists) in 42 contests. Werenski could soon move past Makar, as Columbus will play six of its next seven games on home ice.
Jan 14   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Ready to Return Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) plans to return to the lineup Saturday against the Buffalo Sabres, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. He has missed four games due to a lower-body injury. The team moved Brendan Smith (lower body) to Injured Reserve on Friday, allowing Werenski to be activated for Saturday's contest. Werenski, who has just been named to Team USA for the 2026 Olympics, was in red-hot form before his injury, averaging two points per game across five appearances. He's having a career year with the Blue Jackets, scoring a team-high 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 35 outings. Denton Mateychuk has filled in for Werenski on the first power-play unit and will lose fantasy value with his return.
Jan 2   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Misses Fourth Straight Game Wednesday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) will remain out for a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday versus the New Jersey Devils. Werenski's big campaign has been disrupted by a lower-body injury. However, Blue Jackets head coach Dave Evason said Werenski could be ready to return on Saturday against the Buffalo Sabres. As a result of Werenski's absence, Dante Fabbro's playing time has significantly increased, as he has joined Ivan Provorov on the first defensive pairing. Meanwhile, Denton Mateychuk has taken Werenski's place on the top power-play unit, recording a goal and two assists in the last three games.
Dec 31   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Unlikely to Play Sunday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) is unlikely to play in Sunday's Metropolitan Division tilt against the New York Islanders. He suffered a lower-body injury prior to the holiday break, missing his first game of the season on Monday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Werenski has been in incredible form this campaign, posting multiple points in four of his last five outings. Overall, he has managed 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 35 games. Jake Christiansen came into the lineup on Monday, while Denton Mateychuk hopped on the first power-play unit. The 21-year-old made an immediate impact with the man advantage, registering an assist.
Dec 28   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Ruled Out Monday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) will miss Monday's matchup against the Los Angeles Kings. The good news is that the team considers Werenski day-to-day. He sustained a lower-body injury while blocking a shot in Saturday's loss to the Anaheim Ducks. After Monday night, Columbus will be off until Sunday, giving Werenski plenty of time to recover. Werenski and Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche are the only defensemen this season to reach the 40-point plateau. Only three points separate the two, with Werenski producing 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 35 games. Jake Christiansen is expected to take Werenski's place in the lineup on Monday, while Ivan Provorov will replace him on the first power-play unit.
Dec 22   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Injured in Saturday's Loss

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) had another outstanding performance in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks, but he was also injured in the contest. Werenski exited the action in the third period after blocking a shot with his ankle. The star blue-liner notched a goal and a power-play assist against Anaheim, posting his third consecutive multi-point game. He has had at least one point in each of his last five appearances. The recent scoring surge has helped Werenski catch up to Colorado's Cale Makar on the defenseman scoring list. Both players are now tied atop the list with 40 points, with Werenski amassing 14 goals and 26 assists in 35 outings. Unfortunately, it looks like it may take some time before Werenski can add to his tally.
Dec 21   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Enjoys Second Consecutive Multi-Goal Game

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski wrote his name into the history books on Thursday night, becoming the first blue-liner in franchise history with back-to-back multi-goal games. He was Columbus' lone scorer in a 5-2 home loss to the Minnesota Wild. In the entire league, only three defensemen in the past 10 years had scored multiple goals in consecutive games. Werenski recorded his second career 20-goal campaign last term and is currently on track for a 30-goal year. In 34 outings, Werenski has lit the lamp 13 times, ranking second among defensemen in scoring with 38 points.
Dec 19   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Escapes Serious Injury, May Play Wednesday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (upper body) could remain in the lineup for Wednesday's tilt against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The star blue-liner suffered an upper-body injury in Monday's loss to the Washington Capitals. However, the issue appears to be minor, which is great news for fantasy managers and the Blue Jackets. Only recently, Werenski produced a three-assist performance against the Maple Leafs in a 3-2 overtime win. He has tallied 21 points (seven goals, 14 assists) in 23 games overall, ranking behind only Cale Makar (29) and Josh Morrissey (22) among defensemen in scoring.
Nov 26   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Hurt Against Capitals

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (upper body) may have to spend some time on the sidelines after getting hurt in Monday's loss to the Washington Capitals. He missed the final period of play due to an upper-body injury. Werenski is having a huge year with the Blue Jackets, boasting 21 points (seven goals, 14 assists), 89 shots, and 33 blocks through 23 outings. Only two defensemen in the league have scored more points. If Werenski were to miss time, players like Ivan Provorov, Damon Severson, and Denton Mateychuk would receive more usage on the Columbus blue line.
Nov 25   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Enjoys Second Consecutive Multi-Point Night

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski contributed a goal and assist in a dominant 6-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday night. He fired in Columbus' second goal and collected a helper on Cole Sillinger's game-winning goal. This marks Werenski's second consecutive multi-point game, bringing his career total to 82, which ties him with Boone Jenner for the second-most in franchise history. Rick Nash holds the record with 137 multi-point games. It's been a strong start to the season for Werenski, who has registered eight points (three goals, five assists) in 10 games, along with 36 shots, 17 blocks, and a plus-nine rating.
Oct 30, 2025   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Could Return On Thursday To Face Utah

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Zach Werenski (undisclosed) could return to the starting lineup on Thursday evening to face the Utah Hockey Club. Svoboda noted that the Norris Trophy candidate was a full participant during Thursday's morning skate, which is a positive sign. Werenski sat out during their previous game on Tuesday evening against the Buffalo Sabres. Before the injury, Werenski tallied 17 points (six goals, 11 helpers) over his last 15 contests. Overall, the 27-year-old has enjoyed a career season as he has found the back of the net 17 times and added 40 helpers with 92 blocked shots. His 57 points have already tied a previous career-best. If Werenski were to miss his second straight contest, fantasy managers should expect Ivan Provorov to operate as the power-play QB1.
Feb 6, 2025   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Will Not Play On Tuesday

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Zach Werenski (undisclosed) will not play against the Buffalo Sabers on Tuesday evening. Werenski sustained this injury during their loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday evening. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next game on Thursday evening when they host the Utah Hockey Club. The 27-year-old has enjoyed a career season as he has tallied 57 points, which already ties a career-high. He has found the back of the net 17 times and added 40 helpers. He has logged 200 shots on goal, 13 hits, and 92 blocked shots. While sidelined on Tuesday, fantasy managers should expect Ivan Provorov to replace Werenski on the top pairing and power-play unit.
Feb 4, 2025   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Tallies Two Points In Victory

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski tallied a goal and an assist during their victory over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday evening. Werenski found the back of the net in the second period on a wrist shot. Later in the frame, he would tally the primary assist on Kent Johnson's 11th goal of the season. This performance extended his point streak to four games. Werenski has only been held off the scoresheet twice over his past ten contests. During this span, he has tallied 17 points (three goals, 14 helpers), averaged five shots on goal per game, and averaged just over two blocks per game. Fantasy managers should continue to view the 27-year-old as a must-start defenseman in all formats and a great play in DFS, given his ability to contribute offensively and block shots.
Jan 10, 2025   
Zach Werenski  • D  •  Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Questionable For Monday's Action

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (leg) might skip Monday's meeting with Montreal. He hurt his left leg against Philadelphia at the weekend and could be out of action for the first time this season. Werenski is one of four defensemen in the league with 30-plus points for the season, having tallied 11 goals and 21 assists in 34 appearances. Additionally, Werenski ranks second on the team with 56 blocks, so his absence would be a massive blow for Columbus. The rest of the blue line would need to put in extra shifts if he's out, with Ivan Provorov likely replacing Werenski on the first power-play unit.
Dec 23, 2024   
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