Carolina announced Monday that Andersen will be out of action indefinitely after it was discovered that he has a blood clotting issue.
The Hurricanes added that they are "confident that Freddie will be able to make a full recovery." Andersen, who was moved to injured reserve Monday, has posted a 4-1-0 record with a 2.87 GAA and an .894 save percentage in six appearances this season. At this time, Antti Raanta is projected to be the No. 1 netminder for the Hurricanes. Jaroslav Halak, who is with Carolina on a tryout basis, may get a chance to fill in as well during Andersen's absence. Pyotr Kochetkov could also be in the mix for playing time between the pipes.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Undergoing evaluations
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Andersen (undisclosed) is undergoing evaluations for a medical issue.
In six appearances this season, Andersen has a 4-1-0 record with a 2.87 GAA and an .894 save percentage. The Hurricanes will provide an update on his status once one becomes available. If Andersen ends up missing time, Antti Raanta will probably move up to the No. 1 goalie spot. Carolina also announced Monday that Jaroslav Halak will join the team as a free agent tryout, which suggests that Pyotr Kochetkov could be staying in the minors.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: First loss since return from injury
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Andersen made 24 saves in a 2-1 loss to the Rangers on Thursday.
Chris Kreider beat Andersen on the power play in the first frame. And Will Cuylle scored the eventual winner with 9:39 remaining in the game. It was Andersen's first loss since his return from injury, and he's 4-1-0 on the season. His 2.87 GAA and .894 save percentage look dull from the outside, but the the Hurricanes continue to sharpen their game. As long as he stays healthy, Andersen will be a solid fantasy play.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Facing Rangers
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Per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site, Andersen was the first goaltender off the ice at practice and is expected to patrol the crease versus the Rangers on Thursday.
Andersen is 4-0-0 this season, giving up 13 goals on 116 shots. He has played two strong games in a row, defeating Seattle and Philadelphia while giving up only four goals on 54 shots. Andersen will face the Rangers, who are returning home after going a perfect 5-0-0 on their Western road trip.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Earns win vs. Flyers
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Andersen stopped 26 of 28 shots in a 3-2 win over the Flyers on Monday.
Andersen got off to a shaky start Monday, allowing two goals on just seven shots in the first period, but he'd settle down and blank the Flyers over the final two frames en route to a 3-2 win. Andersen remains unbeaten this season, improving to 4-0-0 despite a mediocre .888 save percentage through five starts. The Hurricanes will be back in action Thursday in a road matchup with the Rangers.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Starting in Philadelphia
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Andersen will defend the road net Monday against Philadelphia, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Andersen has a 3-0-0 record this season, having stopped 77 of 88 shots through four games played. He has posted a mark of 11-4-3 with a 3.06 GAA and a .909 save percentage over 18 career contests against the Flyers.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Wins in return from injury
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Andersen made 24 saves in a 3-2 overtime win over the Kraken on Thursday.
Andersen had missed the last three games after taking a puck to the mask in a win at San Jose on Oct. 17. He was exactly what the Hurricanes needed to snap a three-game losing streak. The net belongs to Andersen as long as he's healthy, but he won't have a heavy workload -- he gets injured far too much. But while he's in the blue paint, Andersen should be in your lineup, too.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Starting versus Kraken
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Andersen will protect the home goal versus the Kraken on Thursday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Andersen hasn't played since taking a puck off the mask versus the Sharks on Oct. 17. He was the backup for the Hurricanes' 3-0 loss to the Lightning on Tuesday, and Andersen will get back in the crease a game later. The Dane has allowed nine goals on 62 shots through his three appearances this season.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Set for backup duty
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Andersen (upper body) will back up Pyotr Kochetkov in Tuesday's game versus the Lightning, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Andersen isn't yet ready to start a game, but he's moved past his injury enough to dress as the backup. The 34-year-old netminder missed two contests with the injury. The Hurricanes' goaltending has been abysmal thus far, so any member of the trio of Andersen, Kochetkov and Antti Raanta could carve out a larger role with a stretch of good performances.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Remains unavailable
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Andersen (upper body) won't be in the lineup Saturday against Colorado, Ryan Boulding of NHL.com reports.
Andersen will miss a second straight contest after exiting Tuesday's 6-3 win over San Jose early in the first period. Carolina will continue to be cautious him, so Antti Raanta is poised to make another start.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Sitting out Thursday
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Andersen (upper body) will sit out Thursday's game versus the Kraken, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Andersen left his last start in the first period after getting hit in the mask. The 34-year-old's absence is being described as precautionary, so there's little reason for long-term concern at this time. Pyotr Kochetkov will back up Antti Raanta in Seattle.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Leaves start in first period
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Andersen left Tuesday's game versus the Sharks for precautionary reasons after taking a shot to the mask.
The Hurricanes didn't specify the nature of the injury, but it's safe to assume it's an upper-body issue for the goalie. Andersen stopped one of two shots prior to his exit. Antti Raanta took over in goal and would likely assume the starter role if Andersen misses any additional time beyond Tuesday.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Holds on for shootout win
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Andersen stopped 25 of 30 shots in Saturday's 6-5 shootout win over the Kings.
The Hurricanes led 5-2 just after the middle of the second period, but Andersen couldn't make that lead stick. Despite the late fade, he ended up stopping seven of nine shootout attempts to secure his second in as many starts this season. Andersen has allowed eight goals on 60 shots to begin 2023-24. He'll likely rotate regularly with Antti Raanta, as the Hurricanes are expected to use a tandem to keep both goalies fresh. Carolina plays again Sunday at Anaheim.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Set to play Saturday
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Andersen was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports, indicating he will start Saturday's road game versus the Kings.
Andersen made 27 saves in Wednesday's 5-3 win over Ottawa to begin the 2023-24 campaign. The 34-year-old netminder posted a 21-11-1 record last season with a 2.48 GAA and a .903 save percentage in 34 appearances.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Starts season with a win
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Andersen stopped 27 of 30 shots in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Senators.
Ottawa would tie the game 3-3 with a pair of goals in the third period against Andersen before the Hurricanes answered with two goals of their own to secure an Opening Night victory. The 34-year-old Andersen went 21-11-1 last year with a .903 save percentage and a 2.48 GAA. He'll likely split starting duties with Antti Raanta to open the 2023-24 campaign.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Starting Opening Night
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Andersen will guard the home goal versus the Senators on Wednesday.
Andersen once again opens the season as the Hurricanes' top goalie with Antti Raanta as his understudy. The 34-year-old Andersen was limited to 34 games last season, recording a 21-11-1 record, a 2.48 GAA and a .903 save percentage, a down year by his standards. With Pyotr Kochetkov waiting in the minors, Andersen will need to stay sharp to keep the No. 1 job this year.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Signs two-year deal
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Andersen inked a two-year, $6.8 million pact with Carolina on Saturday, Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports.
Andersen was reportedly set to land elsewhere but was able to finalize a deal to remain in Carolina. The club also re-signed Antti Raanta on Saturday, so fantasy players should expect the duo to split the workload heading into the 2023-24 campaign.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Can't prevent sweep
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Andersen turned aside 20 of 24 shots in a 4-3 loss to Florida in Game 4 on Wednesday.
Carolina lost Andersen's previous two starts despite him stopping 73 of 77 shots over that span. In contrast, the Hurricanes were able to provide him with decent offensive support Wednesday, but that didn't change the result. Andersen was beaten twice in the first period and surrendered a goal in each of the second and third frames. With Carolina eliminated from contention, the goaltender has finished the playoffs with a 5-3 record, 1.83 GAA and .927 save percentage in nine appearances.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Looking to avoid elimination
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Andersen will start on the road in Wednesday's Game 4 versus the Panthers, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.
Andersen has allowed just four goals on 77 shots in two appearances during the Eastern Conference Finals, but he's ended up with a loss in both of those games. He'll get the chance to help the Hurricanes avoid elimination Wednesday, as the Panthers are looking to sweep the series.
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Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen: Allows just one goal, but loses
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Andersen stopped 16 of 17 shots in a 1-0 loss to Florida in Game 3 on Monday.
The only goal Andersen allowed was scored during a Panthers power play. Between him and Antti Raanta, who started in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Carolina's goaltenders have surrendered just six goals on 103 shots in this series, but the Hurricanes' forwards have gone cold. Carolina now finds itself down 3-0 with Game 4 set to be played Wednesday. It wouldn't be surprising if Andersen started in the must-win contest, especially because Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour's probable motivation for using Raanta in Game 2 was to rest Andersen after Thursday's quadruple-overtime contest. Fatigue shouldn't be a concern after the relatively light workload during Monday's outing. Andersen has a strong track record too, going 5-2 with a 1.58 GAA and a .937 save percentage in eight playoff appearances this year.
