As the NHL trade rumors heat up, Rasmus Andersson of the Calgary Flames is at the center of discussions, with interest notably from the Vegas Golden Knights. However, Andersson has made it clear his preference for an extension lies solely with Vegas, complicating potential trades with other franchises like Ottawa and Columbus, who are less likely to meet Calgary's asking price without a long-term assurance from the defenseman.

With Aaron Ekblad and Ivan Provorov no longer available in free agency, Andersson's stock is rising. Teams are weighing their options, but Calgary's demands could stall negotiations if they remain inflexible on their expectations.