Flames Trade Andersson to Golden Knights
The Calgary Flames have traded defenceman Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights. The deal includes Zach Whitecloud as part of the return package.
Trade Details
This significant trade was first reported by TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger. Notably, the trade does not involve an extension for Andersson, who is currently in the final season of his contract.
Salary Retention
According to Chris Johnston from TSN, Calgary will retain 50% of Andersson’s salary, which amounts to roughly $2.275 million of his $4.55 million contract.
Player Profile: Rasmus Andersson
- Age: 29
- Height: 6 feet 1 inch
- Current Season Stats: 10 goals and 30 points in 48 games
- Average Ice Time: 24 minutes and 14 seconds per game
- Contract: Final season of a six-year, $27.3 million deal
- Career Totals: 57 goals and 261 points over 584 games
International Career
Andersson, a native of Malmö, Sweden, is set to represent his country in the upcoming Milano Cortina Olympics in February. Last season, he played internationally at the 4 Nations Face-Off and captained Sweden at the 2025 World Hockey Championship, where they earned a bronze medal.
This trade marks a notable moment for both the Flames and the Golden Knights, as they look to reshape their rosters ahead of the playoffs.
