Despite recording the second-most runs in BBL|11, middle-order batsman Jonathan Wells has been cut by the Adelaide Strikers as they begin their planning for the next edition of the domestic T20 competition.
Wells has been a mainstay in the BBL across 111 matches in the league, currently placed fourth on the all-time runs tally with only Chris Lynn, Aaron Finch and Glenn Maxwell having recorded more runs.
A stunning BBL|09 series saw the Tasmanian record 478 runs at an average of 68.29, a league-high across the competition that saw him in contention for international selection with Australia.
Wells added another 501 runs to his career tally in the most recent instalment of the BBL, scoring four half-centuries as he showcased his world-class ability to play square of the wicket.
While Wells is among the top bracket of dependable players in the nation, his future remains up in the air following the Strikers' list call to part ways with the 33-year-old.
Now looking to join a third BBL franchise, we name the potential landing spots for Jonathan Wells prior to BBL|12.
It was another disappointing campaign for the red representatives of Victoria, landing at the foot of the ladder for the second successive year.
While concerns have risen across their lineup, the versatility throughout their batting order was a looming issue for David Saker's side, with opener Aaron Finch among a scarce few to bat right-handed toward the first half of the order.
With Shaun Marsh, Marcus Harris, Mackenzie Harvey, Nic Maddinson and James Seymour all left-handed, the addition of Wells would add some flexibility to the Renegades middle-order.
On top of this, Wells adds a cool, calm and collected edge to the youthful Renegades squad, which endured several batting collapses following the departures of their top order.
With reports that Wells is of interest to the Renegades already emerging, this could be the most likely landing spot for the veteran.
Like the Renegades, the Heat suffered a poor BBL|11, recording just three wins from 14 matches.
An alarming issue for Brisbane was their lack of prominent run scorers given Chris Lynn's drop in form, with Ben Duckett leading the Heat's tally with 302 runs for the tournament, ranking him 20th in the league.
Lynn and fellow opener Max Bryant failed to impress, while their reinforcements were unable to build a foundation in the middle order, prompting concerns for their depth.
Wells would slot into any spot between 1-5 in the order and can be a reliable runs builder that can take pressure off his partner at the crease.
With Lynn's future also up in the air, the Heat may need to cement reliable recruits early as they turn their attention to BBL|12.
The Stars are heavily reliant on their key figures, namely star duo Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, who are often placed toward the top of the batting queue.
The Aussie pair aside, the Stars don't have reliable options to follow given there are no guarantees with their international imports.
Should Maxwell and Stoinis depart an innings prematurely, or once Australian white-ball selection comes calling, the Stars' batting squad is quickly exposed.
Add in the likely fatigue the pair will face following a T20 World Cup that precedes BBL|12, and the suggestion the Stars should be looking at strong domestic additions is amplified.
Wells fits that mould, with his chances of an Australian call-up likely at an end. He would give the Stars a season-long option to stabilise their order, whether it be at the top or through the middle order.
Could a return to his home state be what's best for Wells and the Hurricanes?
The former Tasmanian representative departed the 'Canes at the end of the 2016-17 season, playing 45 games in six seasons with Hobart as a reliable asset in their middle order.
The Hurricanes were bounced out of the finals in their loss to the Strikers early onto the post-season, expanding their chase for an elusive maiden BBL title.
Should they be looking to make an immediate rise to the top in BBL|12, adding Wells to their squad could be seen as a profitable catalyst.
Hobart currently have a strong top order with Peter Handscomb, Caleb Jewell and Tim David following Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade and D'Arcy Short, but added depth and the likely loss of personnel is sure to open opportunities for a welcome homecoming for Wells.