History of Trent Frederic in Timeline
Trent Frederic is an American professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. He was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the first round (29th overall) of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft and played for them previously. His career is defined by his role as a forward in professional hockey.
6 hours ago : Trent Frederic Eyes Long-Term Oilers Extension Amidst Stanley Cup Loss Fallout.
Trent Frederic and the Edmonton Oilers are reportedly focusing on a long-term extension. This development occurs even as some Edmonton fans express disappointment after the team's Stanley Cup loss. Frederic is a bruising forward.
February 11, 1998: Trent Frederic's Birth
On February 11, 1998, Trent Frederic was born. He would grow up to become a professional ice hockey forward.
October 2013: USA Hockey Recruitment
Before October 2013, Trent Frederic was noticed at a minor ice hockey tournament and recruited by the USA Hockey National Team Development Program.
2013: Recruited by USA Hockey National Team Development Program
In 2013, Trent Frederic was recruited out of De Smet Jesuit High School by the USA Hockey National Team Development Program.
April 18, 2014: Committed to Wisconsin Badgers
On April 18, 2014, Trent Frederic committed to play college ice hockey for the Wisconsin Badgers starting in the 2016-17 season.
2014: 2014 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge
In 2014, Frederic represented the United States at the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, recording one goal and one assist in six games, contributing to Team USA's silver-medal finish.
October 8, 2016: First Collegiate Goal
On October 8, 2016, Trent Frederic scored his first collegiate goal in a 6-5 defeat of the Northern Michigan Wildcats.
2016: 2016 IIHF World U18 Championships
In 2016, Frederic helped the United States win a bronze medal at the IIHF World U18 Championships, scoring four goals and providing three assists, including a hat-trick in a 12–1 victory over Latvia.
2017: Named Alternate Captain
Shortly before the 2017-18 season, Trent Frederic was named one of the Wisconsin Badgers' four alternate captains.
2018: 2018 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships
In 2018, Frederic secured another bronze medal at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, contributing five goals in seven games, including four goals in the 9–3 bronze medal game victory against the Czech Republic.
2018: Joined Providence Bruins
In 2018, Trent Frederic completed the 2017-18 season with the Providence Bruins on an amateur tryout contract, recording 5 goals and 8 points in 13 games.
2018: Training camp with Bruins
In 2018, Trent Frederic entered training camp in contention for the Bruins' third-line center position. He was later called up from Providence on January 29 and made his NHL debut.
2019: Called Up to Boston Bruins
In 2019, Trent Frederic was called up to the Boston Bruins on November 14 to replace an injured Zach Senyshyn.
2020: Restricted Free Agent
After the 2020-21 season, Frederic was an impending restricted free agent.
2020: Grant Frederic signs with the Adirondack Thunder
In 2020, Frederic's older brother, Grant, signed with the Adirondack Thunder of the ECHL after playing college ice hockey for the Miami RedHawks for four years.
2020: COVID-19 Diagnosis
In 2020, Trent Frederic contracted the COVID-19 virus during the pre-playoff training camp, preventing him from participating in the postseason.
2020: Bruins Taxi Squad
Trent Frederic began the 2020-21 season as a member of the Bruins' taxi squad.
June 25, 2021: Signed contract extension with the Bruins
On June 25, 2021, Trent Frederic signed a two-year, $2.1 million contract extension with the Bruins.
2021: Illness and Limited Play
In 2021, after contracting a mysterious illness in April, Trent Frederic's playing time was limited, and he did not appear in any of the Bruins' playoff games.
2022: Improved with Montgomery
Frederic attributed his growth over the past two seasons to Montgomery in 2022.
2022: Increased Role on Bruins Roster
In 2022, Jim Montgomery replaced Bruce Cassidy and Frederic's confidence increased, leading to a larger role on the Bruins.
2022: Criticism from Head Coach
In 2022, outgoing head coach Bruce Cassidy criticized Frederic's discipline and offensive initiative. Frederic struggled in the postseason.
2022: Practiced at family home
Leading into the 2022-23 season, Trent Frederic practiced shooting and skating at his family home, and he met with a mental toughness coach.
August 1, 2023: Signed Two-Year Contract Extension
On August 1, 2023, Trent Frederic signed a two-year, $4.6 million contract extension with the Boston Bruins.
2023: Playoff performance
In 2023, Frederic played in the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs, in which the Bruins lost a seven-game first-round series to the Florida Panthers. Frederic was scratched for two games and was held off the board in the five games he did play.
March 4, 2025: Trade to the Edmonton Oilers
On March 4, 2025, Trent Frederic, along with Max Jones and Petr Hauser, was traded to the Edmonton Oilers in a three-team deal. The Bruins received Max Wanner and draft picks, while the New Jersey Devils acquired Shane Lachance for retaining part of Frederic's salary.
April 5, 2025: First Game as an Oiler
On April 5, 2025, Frederic played his first game for the Oilers against the Los Angeles Kings, which resulted in a 3–0 loss for the Oilers.
May 1, 2025: First Goal as an Oiler
On May 1, 2025, Frederic scored his first goal as a member of the Oilers in Game 6 of their first-round matchup against the Kings. This goal secured a 6–4 victory and advanced the Oilers to the second round.
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