Rasmus question

As the calendar flips to 2025, the Calgary Flames are firmly in the playoff conversation and playing much better than many anticipated before this season.

The team has a defined identity, tight-knit culture and plays hard.

There are also several highly touted prospects who may be key contributors in the seasons to come.

While the Flames hope to continue proving people wrong in the new year, there's an important conversation to be had about the future of one of their best players.

The biggest question facing the Flames in 2025 will be if they can convince No.

1 blueliner Rasmus Andersson to commit his long-term future to the organization.

The 28-year-old defenceman can become an unrestricted free agent in July of 2026. General manager Craig Conroy’s top priority has to be to get Andersson’s signature on an extension when he is eligible to sign on July 1.

Andersson will be on Sweden’s 4 Nations Face-Off squad and has