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Could the Calgary Flames facilitate a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Stars?

A lot has happened around the NHL over the last 24 hours, and things are starting to feel hectic. The biggest headline yesterday was the Quinn Hughes trade, which sent the star defenceman to the Minnesota Wild.

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Amid trade rumours and contract talks, Rasmus Andersson is having the best season of his career

No Calgary Flames player came into the season with more noise than Rasmus Andersson. The 28-year-old pending unrestricted free agent was the centre of numerous trade rumours over the summer, seemingly coming a signature away from being shipped out of town.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Rasmus Andersson Rumors Grow as D-Man Ups Trade Value

Rasmus Andersson is currently playing some of the best hockey this season — and maybe hitting highs in his career. His increased production is creating more trade conversation, and he’s commented on where things stand regarding his future with the team.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Rumors / December 5

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames – Blake Coleman and Rasmus Andersson

James Murphy of RG Media: 34-year-old Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman carries a $4.9 million cap hit and is generating interest around the league, according to multiple sources.

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Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 5

Flames 7 game check in: ups and downs

Welcome back to our series as we check in on the Calgary Flames every seven games. This will run throughout the entire 2025-26 season, as we reflect on the team’s highs and lows during that time.

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Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 2

The Flames can’t repeat the 'Noah Hanifin mistake' with Rasmus Andersson

The Calgary Flames have played better of late, but remain 31st in the NHL. The goal for this season is clear: to do everything they can for a top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Rumors / November 30

NHL Rumors: Are Rasmus Andersson’s Days With the Calgary Flames Numbered?

Sportsnet: Eric Francis, when asked about Rasmus Andersson, and what his future may hold with the Calgary Flames. Will the losing finally get Andersson?

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / November 28

Flames Defenceman Rasmus Andersson Has Vastly Improved His Trade Value

The Calgary Flames don’t appear to be interested in being sellers. At least, not yet. A pair of recent interviews from president of hockey operations Don Maloney made it clear that this team isn’t interested in moving out veterans such as Nazem Kadri, as it appears they are still trying to salvage their 2025-26 season.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / November 27

Rasmus Andersson generating interest as Flames continue to slide out of playoff picture

While the Calgary Flames have seen some improvement in recent games, a chance at a playoff spot still seems very slim. The rest of the Western Conference is keeping pace, if not exceeding the Flames, which means they’ll have to start looking towards the trade deadline at some point.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / November 25

Flames and Rasmus Andersson ‘not even close’ on contract talks: Friedman

Gang, the Calgary Flames are playing well right now and riding a three game winning streak. They are also, by virtue of their rough October, pretty far out of the playoff picture.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / November 25

Flames News & Rumours: Maloney, Kadri, Andersson & More

In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Don Maloney has set off the fan base following a few interviews which were not well received.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / November 24

Flames defender Rasmus Andersson named NHL’s first star of the week

Calgary Flames defenceman Rasmus Andersson has been named the NHL’s First Star of the Week for the week ending Nov. 23, the league announced on Monday morning.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / November 24

32 thoughts: Will fan outrage lead to real change? As well as updates on Rasmus Andersson and Craig Conroy’s futures

The Calgary Flames continue to be one of the major talking points across the league, especially after Don Maloney’s recent interview. On the latest edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast with Elliotte Friedman, the NHL insider spent a ton of time breaking down the state of the Flames and what’s next for the troubled organization.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / November 19

Toronto Maple Leafs Should Target Rasmus Andersson

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to be decimated by injuries. Team defense is inconsistent, and the forward group lacks stability. Although the Maple Leafs claimed Troy Stecher off waivers from the Edmonton Oilers, the back end could still use some help.

NHL News / Flamesnation / November 18

What might the Maple Leafs have to offer for Rasmus Andersson?

Rasmus Andersson’s name is in trade rumours… again. In the summer, around the 2025 draft, the right-shot defenceman’s name was linked to both the Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 16

Maple Leafs Rumoured Interest in Andersson is a Match, But He Won’t Be Cheap

To say that the Toronto Maple Leafs need help on defense is a major understatement and the last five games with disappointing results have proved it. They’ve

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / November 15

How Rasmus Andersson is both right and wrong for the Maple Leafs

Connecting Brad Treliving to every Calgary Flames player from his time with the club seems inevitable at this point. Like Nazem Kadri, like Noah Hanifin, and more successfully, like Chris Tanev, it’s easy to say a GM who liked a player once is highly likely to be interested in them again.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 14

No Way Maple Leafs Pay Flames’ Steep Price for Rasmus Andersson

Talk of the Toronto Maple Leafs making a strong push to acquire Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson was abuzz on Thursday. Former Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill started the chatter, and it’s only picked up steam in the aftermath.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 14

NHL Rumors: The Toronto Maple Leafs are Trying to Acquire Rasmus Andersson

@Nylanderthews: Elliotte Friedman said on Sportsnet 590 that the Toronto Maple Leafs tried to acquire Rasmus Andersson at the trade deadline last year.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / November 14

Could the Maple Leafs be a destination for Flames blueliner Rasmus Andersson?

There are two things we think we know 19 games into the 2025-26 season. First, it hasn’t been the best season for the Calgary Flames. Second, it seems pretty likely that Rasmus Andersson will be departing the Flames prior to the Mar.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 13

Rumors Swirling About Maple Leafs Landing Rasmus Andersson

It’s been well documented over the last week just how poorly the Toronto Maple Leafs are playing. It’s hard to find many positives, while all of the negatives have become glaring as the team struggles to form an identity.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 6

Golden Knights Land Rasmus Andersson in Suggested Blockbuster With Flames

The Vegas Golden Knights and Calgary Flames seem to have different goals as the 2025-26 campaign moves along, with the Golden Knights looking to make a push for a Stanley Cup while the Calgary Flames seem poised to finish near the bottom of the standings and could be forced to be sellers at the 2026 Trade Deadline.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 24

Risky Offer From Flames Could Convince Andersson to Re-Sign

In an interesting turn of events, Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN Insider Trading on Tuesday, Rasmus Andersson is still a likely trade candidate ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / September 24

Flames Could Retain Rasmus Andersson With One Key Move

Considered the betting favorite to be traded this season, there is now talk that the door is not completely closed between the Calgary Flames and defenseman Rasmus Andersson.