First 2 years of Tanev sound good, then it could get dicey as far as his overall value. Which is why Vancouver offered 2y. But this team will look vastly different in 2 more years of offseasons, as well potentially outside of the unknown with Covid, so not concerned about that.
The Flames aren't getting Pietrangelo, so they need a top 4 defenseman and this is what they've come to and that's fine.
But it sounds as high character, dependable and solid, which is what the Flames need as Gio begins his decline.
It does mean Andersson has to step up as well.
For all of his good things Rasmus brings and does, there were times when he made pretty significant brain farts or flat out lazy plays defensively, so he really has to cut down on those to be a everyday top paring guy.
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