Rasmus Andersson
Swedish ice hockey defenseman, Calgary Flames
Born
October 27th, 1996
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Played professional ice hockey primarily as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted in 2015 by the Calgary Flames in the second round. Contributed to the team's defense and offensive play. Played significant roles in regular season games and playoff appearances, showcasing consistent performance and development.
Drafted 53rd overall by Calgary Flames in 2015
Played a key role in Calgary Flames' playoff appearances
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