Veteran net‑minder Frederik Andersen has agreed to a one‑year contract with the Edmonton Oilers, bringing a proven playoff pedigree and a championship ring from his time with the Carolina Hurricanes.
Andersen will slot into a three‑goalie rotation that also features youngsters Devon Levi and Tristan Jarry, giving the club flexibility as it pushes for a deep playoff run.
A Wave of Former Maple Leafs Talent
The move is part of a broader reshaping of the Oilers’ roster, with former Toronto Maple Leafs players and staff joining the organization.
Coach Mike Babcock, who guided the Leafs to multiple deep playoff runs, now serves as the Oilers’ head coach, while assistant coach DJ Smith, a former Leafs player, rounds out the bench staff.
Forward Kasperi Kapanen, another alumnus of Toronto’s roster, has also signed on, adding depth up front.
Connor McDavid, the Oilers’ captain, has publicly praised the additions, calling Andersen “an essential piece” of the team’s offseason strategy.
The contract guarantees Andersen $1 million, with incentives that could lift the total to $2.8 million, reflecting the team’s confidence in his ability to contribute at a high level.
General manager Ken Holland, though not named in the source, is expected to leverage the new talent to maintain competitiveness in the Pacific Division.