Trade Rumor: Solid center is expected to draw a lot of interest.

It appears a new and interesting name has been added to the mix as trade deadline day looms closer every day. Teams in need of a solid center will definitely have their eye on Blue Jackets forward Mark Letestu. Given the fact that the Jackets are likely out of playoff contention, Letestu could net some very valuable assets. “We’ve had talks to say that, basically, we should have talks,” Letestu’s agent, Alain Roy, told the Columbus Dispatch. “There’s pretty much been nothing there. I’m trying to figure out what the team is going to do. I don’t suspect they’re going to make the playoffs at this point. “So are they going to start moving guys? I’m kind of waiting to see, to be honest with you.” Letestu has been hampered by an abdominal surgery earlier in the year, and has missed significant time this season. However, he has played very well since being acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2011-2012 season. Letestu led the team in goals (with 13) during the lockout-shortened ’13 campaign and was a key contributor during last year’s successful regular season, scoring 34 points while appearing in all 82 games, averaging 14:41 TOI per game. He also averaged 16:51 in ice-time in the playoffs last season. He is also very effective on faceoffs and could be a great addition to a team looking for a third or fourth line center. He should draw attention from teams looking for a boost going into the playoffs. Where should Letestu end up?