Will Calgary Keep Their Star Defenseman?

The Calgary Flames have a significant decision coming up in the next few weeks. When it comes to signing Andersson, it just boils down to how much cash they’re willing to offer. That’s what my sources are saying, at least.

Rasmus is the most gifted d-man on our team. He has a sneaky slapshot from the blue line during power plays that can catch everyone off guard. He has excellent vision and is always aware of where his teammates are. I’ve heard that teams need to recognize and build around their core players, which is why it is so vital that they lock him down for as long as they can. 

Rasmus plays with his heart on his sleeve and really cares about winning or losing. He’s got a chip on his shoulder, just like the rest of the team. He’s all about getting that win, and you can definitely see it in his game. His accurate passes often get him out of danger in their zone. A great skater who does not shy away from the physical game. He may not be the greatest at one skill, but he is good at all the skills, making him a terrific all-around defenceman.

In conclusion, I will close with a quote from one of my sources on Andersson staying with the Flames.

“Rasmus Anderson does everything. He plays offense, he plays defense, and he can be physical when called upon. Andersson’s most significant asset, which surprises many people, is a physical game. Every team in the league needs physical defencemen who do what it takes to win.”

I never considered Andersson’s physical game his best asset. But people in the game think it is a huge asset. 

Another source tells me: When this team is expected to be good in three years, they will trade for a defenseman like Rasmus Andersson. So, I understand the argument that you should trade Rasmus to gain assets to make this team good in three years, but mark my words that in three years, we will be talking about the Flames needing to trade for a defenseman like Andersson if they decide to move instead of extend him.

Andersson is the glue that holds this team together. Losing him on the back end would be a huge blow. Sure, we could land a big return for him, but as the source mentioned, finding a replacement would take us three years.

And, of course, Andersson himself declared that he is a Flame. He bleeds Flames, which means he hates the Oilers and Canucks. :)

Randy