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Could Rasmus Andersson be the key to the Oilers' defensive boost?

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Marvin Azrak
August 21, 2024  (8:13 PM)
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As the summer winds down, it looks like Rasmus Andersson is heating up as a top trade target for GM Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers. With Philip Broberg heading to the St. Louis Blues, the Oilers are on the hunt for a second-pairing right defenseman, which makes this fantasy a potential reality.

Andersson makes just $4.5 million over the next two years. He'd slot in nicely on the right side without straining the Oilers' cap.

However, it's worth noting that the Flames, as most teams at this stage of the Summer, seem ready to stick with their current roster as they gear up for the new season.

The 27 year-old is a solid two-way defenseman, and had 39 points in 78 games with the Flames last year. The challenge for Edmonton will be making the trade work, as Calgary will likely demand a significant return for their top asset.

That said, with the Oilers eager to bolster their blueline, and the sting of losing Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final to the Florida Panthers still fresh, now is the time for them to make a bold move.

Source: The Win ColumnDoes Rasmus Andersson make sense as a trade target for the Edmonton Oilers?

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