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Friedman on Andersson: ‘At some point this year, Craig Conroy is going to get what he wants to get to move him’

Rasmus Andersson is under contract with the Calgary Flames through the 2025-26 season. But his future beyond this season remains unclear, with projections ranging from “murky” to “definitely being traded.” Heck, during the NHL’s European Player Media Tour, Flames captain Mikael Backlund told The Athletic regarding Andersson: “He’s getting traded.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 11

Jack Eichel not worried an extension hasn't been worked out

Dan Rosen of NHL.com: Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel is entering the final year of his eight-year, $80 million contract. Both sides are hoping an extension can get worked out.

Calgary Flames News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Calgary Flames' $27 Million Defenseman Calls Out 'Fake Information' on Contract Talks

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson has made it clear that rumors tying him to just one potential trade destination are false. The Flames star blueliner

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The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Calgary Flames News / Breakaway on SI / September 10

Flames Star Defenseman Clears Up Contract Rumors

While there has been no contract worked out between the Calgary Flames and their superstar defenseman, Rasmus Andersson, who is due for a new deal on July 1, 2026, he remains focused on having a better season in 2025-26 than he did last year.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 10

NHL Rumors: Jack Eichel and Sidney Crosby

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Vegas Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon said it’s a priority to get Jack Eichel signed to a contract extension. It doesn’t sound like anything’s imminent.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 9

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames and Rasmus Andersson, and the New York Islanders and Anders Lee

Eric Francis: Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson on the offseason speculation that was out there. “The thing that bothers you is fake information that comes out.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 9

Flames GM Craig Conroy doesn’t think Andersson situation will be a distraction: 'He’s a professional'

When Craig Conroy became Calgary Flames general manager in 2023, he inherited a team in a bit of flux… and several prominent players on soon-to-expire contracts.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / September 9

Rasmus Andersson Denies Fake Trade Rumors From Flames

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson is making headlines this week as speculation continues about his future with the team. Following the big news in Calgary that Dustin Wolf signed a seven-year extension and his future is cemented with the Flames, what happens with Andersson is still very much up in the air.

Rasmus Andersson News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Los Angeles Kings Linked to Rasmus Andersson Trade

The Calgary Flames are still dealing with the contract situation around star defenseman Rasmus Andersson, with the new season starting up next month. There have been a lot of trade rumors involving Andersson this summer, with multiple teams being linked with him.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Flames News & Rumours: Zary, Andersson, Weegar & More

In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Connor Zary has finally been signed to a bridge deal ahead of the 2025-26 season. Meanwhile, the fan base and organization itself continue to wait on a Rasmus Andersson trade.

Dallas Stars News / NHL Trade Talk / September 4

Scribe Argues Stars’ Blue Line Needs Bold Move, Has the Answer

Adam Gretz of Bleacher Report predicted five potential landing spots for Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson. At the top of his list were the Dallas Stars, who enter the 2025-26 NHL season once again positioned as one of the league’s top contenders.

Rasmus Andersson News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Boston Bruins Predicted to Land Rasmus Andersson

As the Calgary Flames continue their offseason, much of the talk about the team has been centered around defenseman Rasmus Andersson. Andersson has wanted a new contract, and so far, nothing has materialized between the two sides.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 3

Flames News & Rumors: Zary, Andersson, Lowry

In this week’s addition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, it sounds as though progress is being made in regards to contract extension talks with forward Connor Zary.

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 2

What will the Flames get in return for Rasmus Andersson? (Chasing 97 Points)

The return on Rasmus Andersson is woven into the fabric of the answer to whether or not the Calgary Flames can reach 97-plus points and ultimately secure a playoff berth next season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Projecting potential bounce-back players for 2025-26 NHL season

Every NHL season has its fair share of surprises, whether it’s the underdog team that makes it to the playoffs against all odds or the player rebounding from a down season who turns back the clock and rediscovers his game.

Bruins center Elias Lindholm is ready to bounce back next season

Future of Carey Price's Canadiens contract has been decided

Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is fully recovered from knee injury

Penn State may have opened door to hosting future NHL Winter Classic

Five NHL teams that got noticeably weaker in the 2025-26 offseason

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / August 31

Pros and cons of Rasmus Andersson starting the season with the Flames

The 2025-26 season is just around the corner, and with training camp about to start, the Calgary Flames’ offseason hasn’t exactly been the most newsworthy.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Rumors / August 30

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames – Connor Zary, Mikael Backlund, and Rasmus Andersson

Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman, when asked about the status of Calgary Flames’ unsigned RFA forward Connor Zary. Bukauskas: “Quickly, do you have a read on another RFA out there, and Connor Zary and the Flames, and what the sticking point may be there?” Friedman: “I have just heard that the two sides just have been apart.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 30

Canadiens’ Best Trade Package to Acquire Rasmus Andersson From the Flames

The recent comments from Mikael Backlund suggesting that his teammate Rasmus Andersson, on an expiring contract, might be on the move have stirred interest around the NHL.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 28

McDavid Contract, Andersson Trade, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, yesterday was a big day for fans of the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames. First, it was confirmed that Rasmus Andersson is being traded, thanks to a statement from the team captain.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / August 27

Report: Flames’ Backlund says ‘it’s obvious’ teammate Andersson will be traded

Trade rumors have been swirling all summer long around Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson, to the point that even his captain has taken notice.

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 27

Flames seem set to trade Rasmus Andersson, per teammate

The trade rumors surrounding Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson are reaching a peak as the 2025-26 season rolls around. Flames centerman Mikael Backlund said that Andersson seems to be clearly headed for a change of teams during the NHL’s European Media Tour, as captured by Micahel Russo of The Athletic.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / August 27

Flames Captain Confirms Rasmus Andersson Getting Traded

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson appears set to be on the move, according to captain Mikael Backlund. Speaking at the NHL player media tour in Europe, Backlund didn’t mince words about his longtime teammate’s future.

NHL News / Flamesnation / August 27

Flames and Andersson another reminder that players and NHL teams can outgrow each other

When a young player is drafted or acquired by a National Hockey League club, both sides usually have shared visions of future greatness. The NHL team will grow into a perennial powerhouse!

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / August 13

Flames May Be Better Off to Extend Andersson Rather Than Trade Him

For months now, it’s seemingly only been a matter of when the Calgary Flames trade Rasmus Andersson, not if. The 28-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent (UFA) at the end of the 2025-26 season, and is seeking out a contract that didn’t seem wise for the Flames to give him, considering they are in a retooling stage.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / August 9

Rasmus Andersson Turns Down Huge Long-Term Offer from an NHL Team

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson is entering the final year of his six-year, $4.55 million AAV contract, and uncertainty surrounds his future.