NHL.com has released its list of the top 20 defensemen in the league, and two familiar faces from the Columbus Blue Jackets have made the cut. Defensemen Zach Werenski and Cale Makar, known for their exceptional skill and playmaking abilities, have been ranked among the elite blueliners in the NHL. Werenski, a four-time NHL All-Star, has been a stalwart on the Columbus defense for years, while Makar, a reigning Norris Trophy winner, has taken the league by storm with his incredible speed and scoring prowess. As the Blue Jackets look to make a deep playoff run, the presence of these two talented defensemen will be crucial to their success.
Makar, Werenski among NHL Network’s top 20 defensemen NHL.com
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