The Blue Jackets stalwart ranks among NHL's top defensemen while taking on a vocal leadership role with captain Boone Jenner, Erik Gudbranson out.

Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli has Provorov at No. 4 on his trade targets list. He points out the Blue Jackets carry $4.75 million of his $6.75 million average annual value, with the Los Angeles Kings carrying $2.025 million. Seravalli suggested the Jackets could offer to retain up to half of their share as an option to facilitate a trade.

Canes' Jack Roslovic is a Columbus native who played for the Blue Jackets and returns to Nationwide Arena today. "There are some emotions. I like being home, excited about it. I'll have family at the game, enjoy seeing some friends and will show the guys around the city a bit."

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly showing interest in Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek. The speculation has been touched on by a few sources and on Saturday Night, insider Elliotte Friedman referred to the rumors.