Should The Columbus Blue Jackets Start Load Managing Zach Werenski?

The Hockey News questions whether the Columbus Blue Jackets should begin managing the heavy workload of defenseman Zach Werenski. Werenski has averaged 29 minutes and 22 seconds of ice time through the first seven games of the season, a workload surpassed by only three players in NHL history. While some fans perceive him as appearing tired, the outlet defends his conditioning and work ethic.

The writer suggests that the absence of defenseman Ivan Provorov has contributed to Werenski's elevated ice time, expecting his minutes to decrease once Provorov returns. With Werenski having logged over 30 minutes in two games, the publication questions if head coach Rick Bowness should reduce his playing time to keep him fresh.