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Calgary Flames Captain Hints at Rasmus Andersson Trade

8/28/2025

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Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund indicated Rasmus Andersson is likely to be traded due to contract and performance issues.
Andersson has one year remaining on his $4.55 million contract and is open to trade discussions.
The Flames possess strong defensive prospects, enabling them to use Andersson as a rental before the 2025 trade deadline.
The Flames missed the playoffs for the third straight season, ending with a 41-27-14 record and 96 points.

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Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund indicated Rasmus Andersson is likely to be traded due to contract and performance issues.
Andersson has one year remaining on his $4.55 million contract and is open to trade discussions.
The Flames possess strong defensive prospects, enabling them to use Andersson as a rental before the 2025 trade deadline.
The Flames missed the playoffs for the third straight season, ending with a 41-27-14 record and 96 points.