Impact The Flames don't play again until Sunday versus Philadelphia, so Andersson may not end up missing any game action due to his illness. He's picked up five goals and 18 points through 31 contests this season.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
RASMUS ANDERSSON #4 - DEFENSE - CALGARY FLAMES
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1.84 S/G
5 G
9 A
1.84 S/G
Under the weather Andersson (illness) won't practice Friday.
Mixed results in loss Andersson scored a goal on five shots, blocked five shots and went minus-3 in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Kings.
Impact Andersson quickly tied the game at 1-1 with a goal in the first period. The 27-year-old has been diligent in the defensive zone lately, recording at least two blocked shots in 11 straight games. He's up to five tallies, 18 points, 69 shots on net, 83 blocked shots, 27 PIM and a minus-3 rating through 30 outings overall as the Flames' top defenseman.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist in win Andersson logged an assist, two shots on goal, five blocked shots and two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Lightning.
Impact Andersson had gone two games without a point after posting a five-game point streak to begin December. The defenseman set up A.J. Greer's opening tally early in the second period. It appears Andersson has reclaimed a spot on the top power-play unit over the last two games, displacing Noah Hanifin from that role. Andersson's playing style is a better fit there, even with a lack of success with the man advantage this season. He's up to 17 points, 59 shots on net, 70 blocked shots, 24 PIM and an even plus-minus rating over 27 outings.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Point streak up to five games Andersson provided an assist, fired four shots on goal and blocked five shots in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Avalanche.
Impact Andersson extended his point streak to five games with a helper on Yegor Sharangovich's second-period tally. During the streak, Andersson has a goal and four assists. The 27-year-old blueliner is up to 16 points, 55 shots on net, 57 blocks, 23 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 24 outings. He's not letting a lack of power-play time slow down his offense -- fantasy managers should check if a rival dropped him when he was removed from the power play.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Notches assist in loss Andersson recorded an assist, four blocked shots and two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Devils.
Impact Andersson has logged a goal, three assists and 12 blocked shots during his four-game point streak. He's playing well at both ends of the ice, though the Flames have lost three contests during his streak. The blueliner is up to 15 points, 51 shots on goal, 52 blocks, 23 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 23 appearances this season as a fixture in the top four.
DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Finds twine in win Andersson scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Hurricanes.
Impact Andersson sparked the Flames' comeback, getting them on the board at 5:42 of the third period. The 27-year-old has a goal and two assists over the first three games of December -- his offense has been steady despite a lack of power-play time. He's up to four goals, 14 points, 50 shots on net, 48 blocked shots, 21 PIM and an even plus-minus rating through 22 outings. He should continue to see plenty of ice time as head coach Ryan Huska leans on his top-four blueliners.
DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Supplies assist Tuesday Andersson notched an assist, three blocked shots and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Wild.
Impact Andersson has a helper in each of the last two contests after a three-game drought. The 27-year-old blueliner had the secondary assist on Mikael Backlund's second-period tally. Andersson still hasn't reclaimed his power-play role after being bumped off the first unit last week, but his offense is nonetheless heading in the right direction. For the year, he's at 13 points, 48 shots on net, 46 blocked shots, 21 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 21 outings.
DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nabs power-play helper Andersson recorded a power-play assist, two shots on goal, three blocked shots and a minus-2 rating in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Canucks.
Impact Andersson snapped his three-game point drought with the secondary helper on Elias Lindholm's tally in the final minute. It's notable Andersson's assist came with the man advantage -- he was dropped from the Flames' power play altogether earlier in the week and saw just 23 seconds with the man advantage Saturday. As the team's top offensive blueliner, it's likely that change is temporary. Andersson has 12 points (three on the power play), 47 shots on net, 43 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over 20 contests this season.
DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pockets helper in win Andersson notched an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Friday's 7-4 win over the Stars.
Impact Andersson hasn't gotten on the scoresheet in more than two consecutive games since returning from his suspension to end October, but he has eight points over his last 11 outings. The 27-year-old blueliner helped out on Blake Coleman's game-tying goal in the third period of Friday's win. Andersson is up to three goals, eight assists, 39 shots on net, 36 blocked shots, 17 PIM and a plus-1 rating through 16 appearances in a top-pairing role.
NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Seals win in overtime Andersson scored a goal on six shots, added two assists and blocked two shots in Monday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kraken.
Impact Andersson was lively, setting up Elias Lindholm and Jonathan Huberdeau's first-period markers. In overtime, Andersson was denied on a wraparound attempt but fired home the rebound to complete the Flames' comeback win. This was his first multi-point effort of the season, and he's earned six points over his last six outings. Andersson has three goals, 10 points, 37 shots on net, 34 blocks and a plus-3 rating through 14 contests.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns assist Thursday Andersson registered an assist, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Canucks.
Impact Andersson has collected three helpers and eight blocks over his last four contests. The 27-year-old blueliner is up to seven points, 31 shots, 28 blocks, 15 PIM and a plus-1 rating through 12 outings overall. He continues to handle a top-pairing role, though he was on the second power-play unit Thursday after quarterbacking the first unit for much of the start of the campaign.
NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Adds helper Tuesday Andersson registered an assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canadiens.
Impact Andersson put a pass into a tight space, and Connor Zary was able to tap it in for the Flames' second goal. Since returning from a four-game suspension, Andersson has a goal and two assists over six games. The defenseman is at six points, 29 shots on net, 26 blocked shots, 15 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 11 appearances.
NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Registers assist Andersson logged an assist, two shots on goal and four blocked shots in Friday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Maple Leafs.
Impact Andersson has two points over his last four games since returning from his four-game suspension. The 27-year-old blueliner helped out on an A.J. Greer tally in the second period of Friday's game. Andersson is up to five points, 25 shots on net, 24 blocked shots, 15 PIM and an even plus-minus rating through nine appearances in a top-pairing role.
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Deposits empty-netter Andersson scored an empty-net goal on four shots in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Kraken.
Impact Andersson lifted a clearance that had just enough to get into the empty cage for the Flames' sixth goal. This was his first point since returning from a four-game suspensions for his charge on Patrik Laine. Andersson has been decently productive when in the lineup, earning two goals, two helpers, 20 shots on net, 16 blocked shots and 15 PIM through seven outings.
NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available to play Wednesday Andersson has served his four-game suspension and will be eligible to play against Dallas on Wednesday.
Impact Prior to his ban, Andersson was averaging 23:39 of ice time, including 4:08 with the man advantage. With his suspension behind him, the blueliner should get back to eating up big minutes and rejoining that No. 1 power-play unit. Offensively, the Swede has recorded one goal, two assists and 13 shots in his five outings this year.
OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
NHL upholds four-game ban for Flames D Rasmus Andersson Oct 20, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Kuraly (7) battles for the puck against Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmu...
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Suspension upheld Andersson's four-game suspension was upheld by NHL commissioner Gary Bettman on Tuesday. He had been appealing his punishment for charging Columbus' Patrik Laine (upper body) durin...
Impact Andersson doesn't have the option to elevate his appeal to an independent arbitrator because his punishment is under six games. He already served one contest of his suspension while awaiting Bettman's ruling, so Andersson will be eligible to return for Calgary's match against Dallas on Nov. 1. The 26-year-old defenseman has a goal and three points in five contests while averaging 23:39 of ice time this season.
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
NHL hears Flames D Rasmus Andersson's appeal Monday NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will hear Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson’s appeal of his four-game suspension on Monday.
OCTOBER 23, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Will appeal suspension Andersson will appeal his four-game suspension for charging Columbus' Patrik Laine (upper body) Friday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.
Impact Andersson's appeal will be heard by NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, who will have the final say on the matter. For an independent arbitrator to be involved in an appeal, the suspension needs to be at least six games. Andersson won't be eligible to play in Sunday's contest against Detroit.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Flames D Rasmus Andersson suspended four games Oct 14, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) takes a slapshot against the Pittsburgh Penguins...
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
NHL suspends Flames' Rasmus Andersson 4 games for charging
The NHL suspended Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson for four games without pay for charging Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik LaineOCTOBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Calgary Flames' Rasmus Andersson Suspended Four Games for Charging The NHL’s player safety department suspended Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson four games for charging the Columbus Blue Jackets’ P...
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Suspended for four games Andersson was suspended four games Saturday for charging Columbus' Patrik Laine (upper body) in Friday's contest.
Impact Andersson's late and high hit will earn him a significant break from the Flames' lineup. The 26-year-old defenseman will be eligible to return Wednesday, Nov. 1 versus the Stars. Jordan Oesterle will likely enter the lineup in place of Andersson, while MacKenzie Weegar figures to pick up additional power-play time.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Flames D Rasmus Andersson to have hearing with NHL Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Saturday for his hit on Columbus...
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Hearing scheduled for elbowing Andersson will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Play Safety on Saturday after elbowing the Blue Jackets' Patrik Laine in the head Friday.
Impact Andersson was assessed a major penalty at the end of the third period for the elbow. Laine is currently day-to-day and will miss Saturday's tilt in Minnesota. The Flames do not play until Sunday, but don't expect to see Andersson in the lineup, as a suspension is looming.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
