Blue Jackets sign Zach Werenski to 3-year extension
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed star defenceman Zach Werenski to a three-year, $15 million contract extension.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed star
Werenski was a restricted free agent, and one of the team's priorities was signing the 22-year-old player to a multiyear deal before camp opens Thursday.
General manager Jarmo Kekalainen said Monday the team "couldn't be happier that he will continue to be a foundational player" for the Blue Jackets."
Werenski and
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