Zach Werenski News: Grabs two apples in loss

Werenski tallied two assists and registered five shots on goal in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Ottawa.

Werenski provided the primary assist on each of the Blue Jackets' goals. The 27-year-old blueliner has 52 assists, 72 points, 120 blocks and 261 shots on net in 71 games this season. Werenski is one of three defensemen who is on pace to finish the season above a point-per-game pace, and he'll likely be a nominee for the Norris Trophy this season. If Werenski can end the season on a strong run of points and put his recent six-game scoreless streak behind him, he can make a strong case for the award.