Breaking: The Calgary Flames Lose Key Defenseman after irresponsible hit

When Johnny Gaudreau faced his former teammates on the Calgary Flames, Rasmus Andersson was careless and charged forward Patrik Laine.

Flames lost 3-1 to the Blue Jackets after the incident occurred in the third period.

The defenseman will miss the Heritage Classic against the Edmonton Oilers due to the consequences of the chain of events.

While Laine was attempting to fill the Flames' empty net, he was struck on the blue line.

In addition to the five minutes he was given for elbowing, Andersson will be suspended for four games.

Although Laine left the ice of his own accord, he did not accompany the team to Minnesota to face the Wild.

In four games with the Huska lead team, Andersson has one goal and three points.