Jerabek has decided to return to Europe, signing a one-year deal with HC Vityaz of the KHL, per TSN.

EDGE Analysis

With only 37 games under his belt, Jerabek's time in the NHL has come to an end, at least for the time being. The 27-year-old had just two goals and six assists during his North American stay. His new deal takes him back to HC Vityaz, where Jerabek racked up 34 points in 59 games back in 2016-17.

Jerabek was designated for waivers by the Blues on Tuesday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

The move to waive Jerabek -- with the goal of sending him down to the minors -- is a good indication Carl Gunnarsson (hip) will be activated off non-roster, injured reserve ahead of Thursday's matchup with Vegas. St. Louis traded a 2020 sixth-round pick to the Oilers in order to acquire Jerabek before the start of the season and will now risk losing him for nothing if another team submits a claim.

Jerabek will slot into the Blues' third defensive pairing Thursday against the Flames, Jim Thomas of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 27-year-old blueliner made his NHL debut last season and split time between the Canadiens and Capitals, totaling eight points in 36 regular-season games and he added an assist in two playoff games as well. The Blues have a crowded blue line, though, so they'll see how Jerabek fits in before they decide their next move. That will include either keeping him with the big club long-term or placing him on waivers for the purpose of assignment.

Jerabek obtained a work visa and has been added to the Blues' active roster, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Since Joel Edmundson (groin) remains day-to-day, the Blues only have seven healthy defensemen, including Jerabek. Once Edmundson is healthy, however, they'll likely need to send either Jerabek or Jordan Schmaltz to AHL San Antonio. Both players require waivers.

Jerabek will remain with the Blues until he clears up his work visa issues,

EDGE Analysis

With the trade from Edmonton the St. Louis, Jerabek needs a work visa to be employed in the United States. The Czech forward won't stick with the Blues once these concerns are sorted out, as they're already set on the blue line and his previous NHL work -- eight points in 36 games -- doesn't warrant an immediate role with the big club.

The Oilers traded Jerabek to the Blues in exchange for a 2020 sixth-round draft pick Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Jerabek was waived Sunday, at which point it appeared that he was bound to sync up with AHL Bakersfield or possibly even head overseas. However, now that he's in St. Louis, there's a chance that he could crack the Opening Night roster since the club is dealing with injuries to Joel Edmundson (groin), Carl Gunnarsson (hip) as well as a suspension for rugged blueliner Robert Bortuzzo.

Jerabek was waived by the Oilers for purpose of reassignment on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Jerabek -- who was signed to a one-year deal over the summer -- could opt to make a move overseas rather than report to AHL Bakersfield. The defenseman played nine seasons in Europe, primarily in the Czech Republic with Plzen HC, and could decide to make the move back rather than sit in the minors await a call-up.

Jerabek signed a one-year contract with Edmonton on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Jerabek's addition to the Oilers is clearly the club response to losing Andrej Sekera (Achilles) until at least January. The 23-year-old Jerabek figures to compete with Kevin Gravel and Evan Bouchard for a spot in the third pairing. Even if he wins the job coming out of training camp, there is no guarantee he will still be in the lineup once Sekera is cleared to return.

Jerebek will be in the lineup Thursday against the Kings, Isabelle Khurshudyan of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jerebek will playing just his second game with the Capitals after being acquired from the Montreal Canadiens via trade on Feb. 21. With just four points in 26 games on the season, the 22-year-old blue liner has precious little fantasy value to offer until he can become a regular in the lineup.

Jerabek logged just 12:35 of ice time in Tuesday's clash with Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Jerabek was averaging 17:21 of ice time in his limited outings (25) for the Habs, Tuesday's game marks a significant drop off. Coach Barry Trotz could just be easing the Czech into his defensive system, but it certainly doesn't seem like he will be getting a lot of opportunities. Unsurprisingly, the blueliner managed to record only one hit and two blocks.