Nashville Predators defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) skates the puck into the offensive zone during the first period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
As the rumblings continue over the Nashville Predators becoming heavy sellers, Mattias Ekholm is sitting firmly at the forefront.
With an expansion draft coming up and still in the midst of a pandemic, there’s a lot of complicating factors when it comes to moving players. But there’s no player on the Predators roster that’s a realistic trade piece that holds more value than Ekholm.