COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The social-media griping grew increasingly vociferous as the Columbus Blue Jackets traded away popular veterans one by one as part of a major roster overhaul. That’s one of the reasons the announcement that defenseman Zach Werenski signed a long-term contract extension landed with such a satisfying boom late Thursday for the Blue Jackets. Werenski’s deal came a day after 28-year-old forward Boone Jenner, now the longest-tenured Blue Jacket at eight seasons, was inked to a four-year, $15 million extension. “Ever since I joined the league we played together,” Werenski said of Jones. 1 and show everyone what I can do without him.“The year has been tumultuous for the Blue Jackets all around.

Source: thestar July 30, 2021 20:37 UTC