Rasmus Andersson’s future is officially in Las Vegas.
After joining the Golden Knights in a midseason trade from the Calgary Flames, the veteran defenceman has signed a seven-year contract worth $59.5 million, carrying an average annual value of $8.5 million. The agreement ensures Andersson will remain a key part of Vegas’ blue line for years to come.
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The 29-year-old was acquired by the Golden Knights on Jan. 18 in one of Calgary’s biggest moves of the season. In return, the Flames received defenceman Zach Whitecloud, University of North Dakota prospect Abram Wiebe, a 2027 first-round draft pick, and a conditional second-round selection in 2028. Calgary also agreed to retain 50 percent of Andersson’s salary as part of the transaction.
Andersson made his impact felt after arriving in Vegas, notching 17 points (7 goals, 10 assists) in 33 regular-season games. Between the Flames and Golden Knights, he finished the 2025-26 campaign with 47 points, including 17 goals and 30 assists, in 81 games.
He also played an important role during Vegas’ playoff run, contributing six assists in 22 games.
Andersson is one of the most productive defencemen in franchise history. Over 584 games with the Flames, he recorded 261 points, ranking sixth among blueliners in team history in scoring. He also sits seventh among Calgary defencemen in games played and ranks 15th overall in franchise history.
The long-term extension gives the Golden Knights stability on their back end while closing the book on Andersson’s successful tenure with the Flames.
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