Frederik Andersen, fresh off a Stanley Cup win with the Carolina Hurricanes, has inked a one-year deal with the Edmonton Oilers. The veteran goaltender, 36, met with the media on Friday, July 4th, following the signing announced on Wednesday. The contract carries a base salary of $1 million, with potential for an additional $1.8 million in incentives.
Andersen's arrival signals a significant, if potentially risky, move for the Oilers, who are looking to bolster their goaltending stability. The team also recently acquired 24-year-old Devon Levi from the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday, July 1st. This comes as current Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry experienced a difficult regular season, marked by an .857 save percentage.
A Look at the Numbers
Andersen's career statistics paint a picture of a seasoned professional. Across 552 games, he boasts a respectable 2.59 goals-against average (GAA) and a .913 save percentage (SV%). His playoff performance this past season was particularly strong, with a 1.89 GAA and .910 SV% over 16 games that culminated in a championship.
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However, recent years have seen Andersen grapple with injuries. Last season, his performance dipped to a 3.05 GAA and .874 SV% in 35 games. Despite this, his playoff heroics, particularly an injured knee sustained during the Stanley Cup Final series against the Vegas Golden Knights, underscore his resilience.
Roster Moves and GM Commentary
The acquisition of Andersen is part of a broader roster reshaping by Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman. While the team's work may not be complete, Bowman has been active in free agency. The signing of Andersen, a player who has now moved to his fourth team, highlights the Oilers' aggressive approach to securing talent. The team is aiming to leverage Andersen's experience to bring stability to the goaltending position for a team considered a perennial Cup contender.
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