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.

Despite a report to the contrary this past week, the Calgary Flames have made it clear that defenseman Rasmus Andersson is not available for trade. As per TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun, the Flames have told teams their defenseman is not on the market as he’s become a cornerstone of their roster.

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.

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.

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

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson is hopeful the speculation around his future with the club doesn't materialize into a trade out of town. "I hope I'm staying," Andersson told Postmedia's Wes Gilbertson.

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.

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.