Sharks Join 8-10 Teams Chasing Zach Werenski at $9.583 Million as Blue Jackets Take Trade Calls
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Updated · San Jose Hockey Now · Jun 28
Sharks Join 8-10 Teams Chasing Zach Werenski at $9.583 Million as Blue Jackets Take Trade Calls
3 articles · Updated · San Jose Hockey Now · Jun 28
Summary
Columbus has started taking calls on Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski, with San Jose among roughly 8-10 teams that have already shown interest in the 28-year-old defenseman.
Werenski has two years left at a $9.583 million average annual value and is not seeking an extension in Columbus, pushing the Blue Jackets to explore the market now.
Don Waddell wants NHL-ready players in return, a demand that could complicate any Sharks bid despite San Jose's deep prospect pool and recent willingness to reshape its roster.
The talks put one of the summer's biggest NHL trade chips in play, with San Jose's pursuit likely hinging on whether it will part with near-term contributors rather than futures.