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Bruins Lead Race for Flames’ Rasmus Andersson After Securing Extension Talks

Calgary has granted Boston exclusive extension discussions, positioning the Bruins’ bid atop a rapidly narrowing field.

Overview

  • Elliotte Friedman reports Boston is in the driver’s seat for Rasmus Andersson and is the only club authorized to negotiate an extension with his camp.
  • Extension talks between the Bruins and Andersson’s representatives were described as significant, with Boston’s interest contingent on a long-term deal.
  • Vegas remains in the mix along with Dallas and Toronto, though Vegas’ offer is viewed as weaker than Boston’s at this stage.
  • Reporting pegs Calgary’s ask at the equivalent of two first-round picks plus another asset, and several insiders suggest a move could come within 24–48 hours.
  • Calgary’s broader deadline outlook includes growing interest in Nazem Kadri with potential salary retention discussed, decreased likelihood of a Blake Coleman trade, and Zayne Parekh assigned to the AHL on a two-week conditioning loan.