Blue Jackets HC on Zach Werenski Leaving Thursday's Game, 'it's not good at all'
Zach Werenski left Thursday night's contest against the Philadelphia Flyers after an awkward collision. Attempting to throw a body check, the Blue Jackets' star blue-liner fell hard into the boards.
When asked about his player's condition, head coach Brad Larsen offered a pessimistic report after the game.
"It's not good (news) on Z. It's not good at all."
This is a huge loss for a team desperate for wins. On the flip side, this development inches the Blue Jackets ever closer to the top-draft pick and Connor Bedard. Even if Columbus misses on Bedard, there are several uniquely talented individuals in the upcoming draft, so the Blue Jackets' woes this season oughtn't go unrewarded.
However, a season of pain is still in store for the NHL's second-youngest team.
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