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Flames defenseman, potential Bruins trade target, on the move (report)
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Rasmus Andersson is on the move.
The Calgary Flames defenseman has been traded to the Vegas Golden Knights , according to TSN’s Darren Dreger .
The return, according to SportsNet’s Elliotte Friedman , os Zach Whitecloud , a 2027 first-round pick, a 2027 second-round pick that becomes a first if Vegas wins the Stanley Cup Cup this year, and UND defenseman Abram Weibe.
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NHL insider Frank Servalli reported the trade will happen with out a contract extension for Andersson, who is set to become a free agent at the end of this season.
As part of the deal, the Flames will retain 50% of Andersson’s salary. His cap hit for 2025-26 is $4.55 million.
Andersson now joins former Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy in Las Vegas.
The Boston Bruins were linked to Andersson , and were said to be in the “ driver’s seat ” by Friedman, who noted the Golden Knights were still in the running.
The right-shot defenseman would have been a nice fit for Boston, given its need for the role he plays. Andersson is also a former teammate of Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov .
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In 48 games for the Flames this season, Andersson has 10 goals, 20 assists and is averaging 24:14 of ice time.
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