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Blue Jackets massively improve defense by signing Ivan Provorov to a seven-year, $60 million deal

Dec 17, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Nick Paul (20) shoots on goal as Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Jet Greaves (73) makes a save and Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Ivan Provorov (9) defends during the first period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Coming into the offseason, Don Waddell promised to improve this team’s biggest weakness; it’s defensive unit. After seeing no paths to doing so over the next 24 hours, he has instead committed to it for the next seven years.

Defenseman Ivan Provorov was reportedly signed to a seven-year deal worth $8,500,000 per year tonight.

Big changes coming, folks. Let us know your thoughts below.

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