The idea that Conroy would send Andersson to Edmonton at the deadline has some problems. The two organizations have a bitter rivalry going back decades, with Calgary’s sole Stanley Cup built (by Cliff Fletcher and Bob Johnson) for the single purpose of beating the Oilers.

TSN: Pierre LeBrun says the Calgary Flames have no interest in trading defenseman Rasmus Andersson from what GM Craig Conroy is telling teams. Andersson has another year left on his contract and the Flames are hopeful to extend him after July 1st.

The Calgary Flames have zero intention of trading Rasmus Andersson this season. In fact, it sounds like they don't want to move him at all.

In the NHL, asset management is key, and Andersson's value is undeniable. With 18 months left on a deal carrying a $4.55 million cap hit, he would be a highly sought-after player if made available on the trade market, which is a big reason why his name is circling as a trade piece ahead of the March 8 trade deadline.

Since Craig Conroy became general manager, the Calgary Flames have undergone some major changes as they’ve moved out seemingly every expiring asset on their roster in an effort to get younger.

The Calgary Flames don't want to trade defenseman Rasmus Andersson before the March 7 trade deadline and are confused about teams inquiring about his availability, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reported on "Insider Trading.

Rasmus Andersson could become highly sought after. And with good reason. The Calgary Flames defenseman is a veteran.

While it shouldn’t be a surprise that a player from a team in the neighbouring province dislikes the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames defenceman Rasmus Andersson made it quite clear on Friday that he doesn’t like either the Canucks or the Edmonton Oilers.