Hurricanes sign Frederik Andersen to 1-year, $2.75M extension

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed goaltender Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract extension worth $2.75 million, with the possibility of earning up to $750,000 in performance bonuses tied to games played and playoff achievements. Andersen, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent, has spent four seasons with the Hurricanes and remains a key part of their goaltending tandem alongside Pyotr Kochetkov. Despite missing significant time this season due to knee surgery, Andersen posted solid numbers when healthy and has performed well in the current playoffs. General Manager Eric Tulsky highlighted Andersen's impressive winning percentage, ranking in the top 10 all-time among NHL goalies. Andersen achieved his 300th NHL win this season, becoming the second-fastest goaltender in history to reach that milestone. The extension provides the Hurricanes with a cost-effective and experienced goaltending option as they advance in the playoffs.