Trading Rasmus Andersson to the Edmonton Oilers would be a huge gamble for Craig Conroy, the GM of the Calgary Flames.
The rivalry between these two teams is intense, and sending a key player like Andersson to Edmonton could lead to major consequences for Conroy. If Andersson helps the Oilers succeed in the playoffs or even win a Stanley Cup, it might tarnish Conroy’s reputation forever. Such a move could endanger his job security, especially considering there are likely many other teams interested in Andersson.
Oilers GM Stan Bowman is on the hunt for an experienced defenseman before March’s trade deadline. Allan Mitchell from The Athletic mentioned several potential candidates: Andersson, Henri Jokiharju, Artem Zub, Alexandre Carrier, and Justin Barron. Among these names, if skill was all that mattered , Andersson would stand out as a prime choice. He leads his team with 10 points in just eight games and brings strong defensive skills and physical play that could greatly benefit Edmonton’s defense lineup.
Flames Need Big Rewards
For any deal involving Andersson to happen with their fierce rival, Calgary would expect something massive in return from Edmonton—bigger than what others might offer! Fans might think this sounds like an impossible trade because who knows if the Oilers will pay such high costs? It’s uncertain whether they’d agree to such terms anyway.
In conclusion: Should Conroy take this risk? What do you think about trading players between rivals?
