The Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday signed defenseman Zachary Werenski to a three-year entry-level contract, the team announced.
"Zach Werenski is a tremendous young man and a very talented player who is going to be an important part of our organization for many years and we're excited about him taking this first step in his professional career," general manager Jarmo Kekalainen told the Blue Jackets website.
Blue Jackets sign Werenski to three-year contract
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