Columbus Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski has reached a new level this season. Related: Canucks Insider Reveals Potential Pettersson-to-Columbus Trade Details Werenski was already considered to be a star defenseman in the NHL.

Surprisingly, the Columbus Blue Jackets at midseason are still in the NHL playoff hunt. One reason is Zach Werenski, who is now a certified monster.

The Columbus Blue Jackets score four unanswered second period goals to extend their winning streak to four games in a four goal victory over the Seattle Kraken. The final score was 6-2 to split season series at 1-1.

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Werenski tied for the NHL lead with seven assists and seven points while playing 24:46 per game in three contests

Before what will be an important second half for Columbus, let's evaluate what we've seen from every player to this point.

The Blue Jackets scored four goals in the second period to seize control over Kraken with rookie-powered lineup.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have faced a challenging season, marked by numerous injuries and the tragic loss of Johnny Gaudreau

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During a four-game point streak, Werenski has a goal and six assists while adding a plus-3 rating, 27 shots on net and nine blocked shots. The 27-year-old is showing just how good he can be when he has good health on his side.

If the Edmonton Oilers hope to claim the Stanley Cup this season, it’s no secret that they’ll need to improve their blue line. The Oilers are particularly weak on the right side, as aside from Evan Bouchard,