Frederik Andersen is a Danish professional ice hockey goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL, as of 2024. Previously, he played for the Anaheim Ducks and Toronto Maple Leafs. Andersen was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in 2010 but was unable to agree contract terms with them. Andersen then opted to play in Europe before entering the 2012 NHL entry draft and being drafted as the 87th overall pick by the Anaheim Ducks. He debuted in the NHL in 2013 and became a standout, helping the Ducks reach the 2015 Western Conference Final and winning the William M. Jennings Trophy with John Gibson in 2015-16.
After a trade to the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2016, Andersen became their top goalie, achieving milestones like 200 wins in just 344 games and earning a spot in the 2020 NHL All-Star Game. He joined the Hurricanes as a free agent in 2021, winning his second Jennings Trophy in 2021-22. According to the NHL's official website, Andersen re-signed with Carolina on a two-year, $6.8 million contract in 2023.
Frederik Andersen family origin
According to Olympic's official website, Frederik Andersen’s family originates from Herning, Denmark. Herning is a city with a strong ice hockey tradition. His father, Ernst, played professional hockey for nearly two decades, and his mother, Charlotte, also played at an elite level. The family has long been associated with the Herning Blue Fox hockey club, one of Denmark’s top teams.
Who are Frederik Andersen’s parents?
According to Olympic's official website, Frederik Andersen’s parents are Ernst and Charlotte Andersen. Ernst is a former goaltender for the Danish national ice hockey team and played for nearly two decades in Denmark’s top-tier Metal Ligaen. He is also a coach and has been a significant influence on his children’s hockey careers. Charlotte Andersen also played ice hockey at an elite level. Together, Ernst and Charlotte have raised a family often referred to as Denmark’s “first family of ice hockey.”
Frederik Andersen’s siblings
According to Elite Prospects, Frederik Andersen has three siblings: two brothers, Sebastian Andersen and Valdemar Andersen, and a sister, Amalie Andersen.
Sebastian Andersen
According to Elite Prospects, Sebastian Andersen is a retired professional ice hockey defenseman. He was born on November 14, 1994, in Herning, Denmark, and played most of his career with Herning IK in Denmark. Andersen began his youth career with Herning IK before making his way through Denmark's U17 and U20 teams. Throughout his career, he played in both Denmark's top leagues and international junior tournaments. His career includes stints with Herning IK in Denmark2 and Herning Blue Fox. He retired after the 2018-19 season.
Amalie Andersen
According to Elite Prospects, Amalie Andersen is a 25-year-old defense woman playing for Rögle BK in the HockeyAllsvenskan league, as of 2024. She was born on October 6, 1999, in Herning, Denmark, and is known for her left-handed shot. Amalie began her career in Denmark's youth teams, progressing through the ranks before making her mark in the SDHL with Linköping HC. Over the years, she has played for both the Danish national team and the University of Maine's women's team.
Valdemar Andersen
According to Elite Prospects, Valdemar Andersen is a 19-year-old goaltender playing for the Minnesota Wilderness in the NAHL, as of 2024. He was born on March 14, 2005, in Herning, Denmark, and catches with his left hand. Valdemar started his career in Denmark's youth teams, including Herning U17 and U20, before moving to the senior team, Herning Blue Fox.
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