The Rasmus Andersson sweepstakes are heating up, and one team appears to be in the “driver’s seat” early on. Though the Calgary Flames defenceman suited up for a showdown against the New York Islanders on Saturday, trade talks for the blueliner haven’t slowed down, and the Boston Bruins appear to be the team in control … Read more
The Calgary Flames are sending defenceman Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for a package including Zach Whitecloud, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger. Dreger notes that the deal does not come with an extension for Andersson, and Calgary will retain 50 per cent of the blueliner’s salary. Andersson, 29, has … Read more
SEASON SERIES This is the first of two meetings between the Islanders and Flames. New York is 1-0-1 against Calgary on the road in the last two seasons, with both games decided in a shootout. The second contest between the two squads will be on Mar. 14 at UBS Arena. FLAMES NOTES Calgary is entering … Read more
The Pittsburgh Penguins have won six in a row heading into Saturday’s showdown against the Calgary Flames. The Penguins currently sit in a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference and will try to make it seven wins in a row against a struggling Flames team. The Flames have lost four in a row heading into … Read more
The Pittsburgh Penguins conclude a two-game homestand as they take on the Calgary Flames at PPG Paints Arena. Puck drop is set for 3:30 PM. Doors will open at 2:00 PM. The first 7,500 guests in attendance will receive an Evgeni Malkin Bobblehead courtesy of F.N.B. – early arrival is strongly encouraged. This matchup is … Read more