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.

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.

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.

Read the recent NHL news and rumors about Zach Werenski for fantasy hockey. Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski tallied a goal and an

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

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

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

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

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Defenseman Zach Werenski has been a star this season. The former eighth-overall pick is currently sitting at over a point-per-game rate looking to pass his career high in points.

Blue Jackets take down the Blues in their ninth game scoring six-plus goals before reaching halfway point of the season.