Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Frederik Andersen

How Frederik Andersen built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Frederik Andersen is a Danish professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL. He has also played for the Anaheim Ducks and Toronto Maple Leafs. Andersen is known for his size, athleticism, and consistency in net, making him a reliable starting goaltender in the NHL.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2009: Played for Frederikshavn White Hawks

In 2009, Frederik Andersen began playing for the Frederikshavn White Hawks of the Superisligaen, Denmark's top professional ice hockey league.

March 2010: Scored an Empty Net Goal

On March 13, 2010, Frederik Andersen, playing for the Frederikshavn White Hawks, scored an empty net goal in the fourth quarterfinal match against Rødovre Mighty Bulls.

2010: Competed in the IIHF World Championship

In 2010, Frederik Andersen represented Denmark in the IIHF World Championship. He was also selected by the Carolina Hurricanes in the seventh round of the 2010 NHL entry draft.

2011: Continued playing for Frederikshavn White Hawks

In 2011, Frederik Andersen continued playing for the Frederikshavn White Hawks of the Superisligaen, Denmark's top professional ice hockey league.

2011: Played for Frölunda HC

In 2011, Frederik Andersen played for one season with Frölunda HC of the Elitserien, the highest-level professional league in Sweden. He also set an Elitserien regular-season club record with eight shutouts and received a nomination for the Elitserien Rookie of the Year award.

2012: Playoff Berth

After a slow start with the Leafs, Andersen led the Leafs to a playoff berth for the first time since the 2012-13 NHL season.

2012: Selected in the NHL Entry Draft

In 2012, Frederik Andersen was selected in the third round of the NHL entry draft, 87th overall, after being unable to come to terms with the Hurricanes from the 2010 draft.

October 2013: NHL Debut

In October 2013, Frederik Andersen made his NHL debut for the Anaheim Ducks, replacing Jonas Hiller and earning his first NHL win against the Dallas Stars. With his debut, Andersen became the first Danish-born goaltender in NHL history.

March 2014: Became Full-Time Backup Goaltender

On March 4, 2014, Frederik Andersen became the Anaheim Ducks' full-time backup goaltender after Viktor Fasth was traded to the Edmonton Oilers.

April 2014: Won Stanley Cup Playoff Debut

On April 16, 2014, Frederik Andersen won his Stanley Cup playoff debut as the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Dallas Stars 4–3 in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals.

2014: Goaltending duo with Gibson

In 2014-2015, Andersen and Gibson became the Ducks' goaltending duo.

March 2015: Tied NHL Record for Fastest to 50 Career Wins

On March 3, 2015, Frederik Andersen tied an NHL record as the fastest goaltender in history to reach 50 career wins, achieving the milestone in just 68 career games.

June 2016: Traded to Toronto Maple Leafs

On June 20, 2016, Frederik Andersen was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs. On the same day, he agreed to terms on a five-year contract extension.

2017: Andersen's season

During the 2017–18 season, Andersen bested his career-high in wins.

March 2018: Bested Career-High in Wins

On March 28, 2018, Frederik Andersen bested his career-high in wins with his 36th win of the season against the Florida Panthers. On the same day, he helped the Leafs set a new franchise record of 27 wins on home ice. On March 30, 2018, against the New York Islanders, Andersen recorded his 37th win of the season, tying the single-season record for most wins by a Leafs goalie.

April 2018: Passed Leafs All-Time Wins Record

On April 7, 2018, the last game of the Leafs' regular season, Frederik Andersen passed the Leafs all-time wins record with a 4–2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Andersen helped the Leafs qualify for the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.