Zach Werenski
Zach Werenski is a professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL. Known for his exceptional skating ability and offensive skills, Werenski has quickly become one of the top defensemen in the league since being drafted eighth overall in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. He played a pivotal role in the U.S. national team's recent emphatic victory over Finland at the 4 Nations Face-Off, contributing three assists to help secure the win.
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Zach Werenski shared his feelings about being proud to represent the United States in international competitions.
Team USA Olympic gold hockey team visits President Trump at White House
United States· 2026-02-24
Zach Werenski helped hold up Johnny Gaudreau's jersey during the celebration.
Johnny Gaudreau's sister reacts to Team USA's tribute, gold medal winUnited States· 2026-02-23
MacKinnon once again made a grave mistake in overtime, as it didn’t seem he was anticipating defenseman Zach Werenski flying into him.
Nathan MacKinnon says Canada was 'better team' despite overtime gold loss to USAUnited States· 2026-02-23
Zach Werenski assisted Jack Hughes on the game-winning goal in the gold medal match.
Connor Hellebuyck heroics help Team USA to gold medal in MilanUnited States· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski played a key role in the game and honored Johnny Gaudreau by bringing his jersey onto the ice.
Johnny Gaudreau: Winning it for Johnny Hockey – Team USA wins a historic gold and honors a fallen teammateUnited States· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski mentioned that watching a documentary about the 1980 USA hockey team motivated him for the game.
Finale di hockey Canada-Usa alle Olimpiadi: guerra «caldissima» sul ghiaccio. La squadra a stelle e strisce senza oro dal 1980. Per i rivali c’è Crosby, idolo di Vancouver 2010
Italy· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski assisted Jack Hughes in scoring the winning goal.
USA gewinnen Eishockey-Finale gegen Kanada: Hughes trifft in der Overtime - Sport
Germany· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski assisted in the championship goal scored by Jack Hughes.
Олімпійські ігри-2026. Підсумки останнього дня, 22 лютого| Зимові Олімпійські ігри-2026
Ukraine· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski challenges with Slovakia’s Matus Sukel and Jake Guentzel during their men’s ice hockey semi-final game.
Canada to face US in hockey final
Taiwan· 2026-02-22
Zach Werenski said after his three-assist performance against Slovakia that they can shift their focus to Canada.
U.S. cruises past Slovakia to reach Olympic final
Canada· 2026-02-21
Zach Werenski, a defenceman on the U.S. team, commented on the positive impact of the show on hockey.
Heated Rivalry is being embraced by fans and athletes at the Winter OlympicsCanada· 2026-02-17
Zach Werenski scored a goal against Germany just before the first period ended.
Eishockey bei Olympia: Deutschland muss jetzt Frankreich besiegen. - SportGermany· 2026-02-16
Zach Werenski accidentally knocked the puck into his own net, contributing to the opening goal for Denmark.
‘We are Europeans’: Fans fly Greenland flag during Olympic US-Denmark ice hockey game | Winter Olympics 2026
United Kingdom· 2026-02-15
Zach Werenski was named the best defender of the tournament.
Yhdysvallat on jääkiekon maailmanmestari | HS.fi
Finland· 2025-05-25
Zach Werenski scored for the USA, helping them secure the victory.
TIPPHETKED ⟩ Aeglaselt alustanud USA hävitas Kasahstani
Estonia· 2025-05-19
Zach Werenski scored a goal for the USA team in the match.
JÄRELVAADATAV ⟩ Aeglaselt alustanud USA hävitas KasahstaniEstonia· 2025-05-18AMERICAN HOCKEY STAR ZACH WERENSKI REACTS TO NATIONAL ANTHEM BOOS
NHL News: Fans unleash fury after national anthem performanceUnited States· 2025-04-25
Zach Werenski's shot was buried by Boone Jenner to tie the game.
Ottawa Senators edge Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 as both teams fight for playoff-spotCanada· 2025-03-30
Zach Werenski believes the USA team is close to Canada and expects to win soon.
Auston Matthews gave a stern response when asked if Connor McDavid's winning goal at the 4 Nations Face-Off final haunted him | NHL News
India· 2025-02-23Zach Werenski mentioned President Trump's call to the American team before the game.
Canada takes the 4 Nations Face-Off by forceCanada· 2025-02-21
Auston Matthews and Zach Werenski recorded assists on Jake Sanderson's goal.
Canada defeats U.S. 3-2 in 4 Nations final overtime thrillerCanada· 2025-02-21
Zach Werenski fired a shot that led to a goal by Jake Sanderson.
Canada wins hockey’s 4 Nations Face-off championship in overtime thrillerUnited States· 2025-02-21
Zach Werenski stood at the bench during pre-game ceremonies before the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship game.
4 Nations Face-Off: Americans proudly belt out 'The Star-Spangled Banner'United States· 2025-02-21
Zach Werenski noted that Trump did not mention the 51st state suggestion during the call.
Politics and sports set to collide as Canada, U.S. meet in 4 Nations finalCanada· 2025-02-20
Zach Werenski had gotten a pass from Jack Eichel and took a shot on net.
4 Nations Face-Off: Team USA falls to Sweden; set to face Canada in title gameUnited States· 2025-02-18
U.S. defenseman Zach Werenski voiced his displeasure with the boos.
4 Nations Face-Off: Canadian anthem booed by Boston crowdUnited States· 2025-02-18
The Americans are upset ('We obviously don’t like it,' defender Zach Werenski said at the Montreal game).
How the US president stirred Canada First
Australia· 2025-02-17
U.S. defenseman Zach Werenski didn’t appreciate the boos during the national anthem.
Justin Trudeau says he's 'damn proud' of Canada as fans boo US national anthem, faces online ridiculeUnited States· 2025-02-16
Zach Werenski mentions the team's performance after their game against Canada.
The US is already in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. Will Canada join for a rivalry rematch?Canada· 2025-02-16
U.S. defenseman Zach Werenski was unhappy with the booing during the national anthem.
49ers' George Kittle gets last word as US tops Canada in 4 Nations match after boos during anthemUnited States· 2025-02-16