NHL Defenseman Zach Werenski Wins James Norris Memorial Trophy. Zach Werenski, the 25-year-old defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets, has been awarded the James Norris Memorial Trophy for the 2022-2023 season. The prestigious award is given annually to the best defenseman in the National Hockey League, as voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association. Werenski's impressive season saw him record 59 points, including 17 goals, and a plus-25 rating, cementing his status as one of the league's top blueliners. With this honor, Werenski joins an elite group of Blue Jackets players who have received the award, highlighting the team's growing presence in the NHL.
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