[2015 NHL Draft] First Round, Eighth Overall: Blue Jackets bolster defense by taking

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Photo: The Columbus Blue Jackets added to their defensive depth with the selection of University of Michigan defender Zach Werenski at the 2015 NHL Draft (courtesy of Ken McKenna/HF)


</p>Zach Werenski was not the highest rated defenseman in the draft, but judging from the smile on his*face when the Columbus Blue Jackets selected him 8th overall in the first round, that did not matter much. The acquisition addressed the organization’s need for a quality defenseman.

“It’s pretty unbelievable…and I’m pretty happy that it all worked out,†he said.

Werenski is a dynamic offensive defenseman that makes quick plays and has a booming shot.… read more

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