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Zach Werenski trade update is good for Maple Leafs, Lightning, but bad for Stars

  • On Friday, the Columbus Blue Jackets began fielding trade inquiries for star Zach Werenski, who prefers to join the Tampa Bay Lightning, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun.
  • Boasting a stellar 2025-26 campaign, the 28-year-old Norris Trophy winner has two seasons left on his $57.5 million contract, carrying a $9.6 million cap hit through 2027-28.
  • Werenski invoked his no-movement clause to block a potential trade to the Dallas Stars that would have sent defenseman Thomas Harley to Columbus, per Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
  • Toronto remains in the running, though the Blue Jackets demand impact players like Matthew Knies rather than draft picks in any potential return package.
  • Although trade discussions have accelerated, Columbus General Manager Don Waddell faces no immediate deadline to move Werenski, as reports suggest the defenseman does not intend to re-sign.
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Sportsnet broke the news in Canada on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
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