The Vegas Golden Knights have retained defenseman Rasmus Andersson, agreeing to a seven-year contract with an $8.5 million salary cap hit. Andersson arrived at the trade deadline last season, bolstering the team for their Stanley Cup Final run. He quickly proved his value after a decade with the Calgary Flames.

Andersson, 29, played a significant role in Vegas securing the Pacific Division title, contributing seven goals and 17 points in 33 regular-season games. His ice time averaged over 23 minutes. He added six assists in 22 playoff contests as the Golden Knights advanced to the Cup Final, ultimately falling to the Carolina Hurricanes.

This new agreement sees Andersson significantly increase his annual cap hit from his previous $4.5 million deal. His career average ice time of nearly 22 minutes and his offensive production, including a 99-point stretch over two seasons with Calgary, solidify his importance to the Golden Knights' defensive corps and overall team strategy.