Frederik Andersen honored by Hurricanes after reaching Stanley Cup Final
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:47 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Frederik Andersen was handed the Stanley Cup by captain Jordan Staal after the Carolina Hurricanes clinched a 3-0 victory against the Vegas Golden Knights, reaching the Stanley Cup Final. Although Andersen did not play in the last three games, his impressive postseason record of 12-1, with a 1.44 goals-against average, played a crucial role in the team's success. Goalie Brandon Bussi took over the starting role in the finals, while Andersen offered praise for his teammates and the depth of the roster. Coach Rod Brind'Amour mentioned that Andersen was not at full health but has contributed significantly throughout the playoffs. The next phase of the playoffs will test both teams as they battle for the championship.
- •Hurricanes defeat Golden Knights 3-0 to reach Stanley Cup Final.
- •Jordan Staal presented the Cup to Frederik Andersen.
- •Andersen had a 12-1 record earlier in the playoffs.
- •Brandon Bussi started in goal for the last three matches.
- •Andersen was commended by teammates for his key role in the series.
- 6:57 AMESPN NHL — Andersen, Bussi laud one another after raising Cup...
- 4:47 AMYahoo Sports — Frederik Andersen lifts Stanley Cup second for getting Hurricanes to final
"Carolina goaltender Frederik Andersen, 36, who began the series in the starter's net before Brandon Bussi took over, was the second of the Hurricanes to raise the Stanley Cup on Sunday night, after the franchise secured its second title with a Game 6 win.
"Brandon Bussi got the Carolina Hurricanes over the finish line but Frederik Andersen's stellar play got the team to the Stanley Cup Final.
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External links- ESPN NHLJun 15, 2026, 6:57 AMAndersen, Bussi laud one another after raising Cup...
Carolina goaltender Frederik Andersen, 36, who began the series in the starter's net before Brandon Bussi took over, was the second of the Hurricanes to raise the Stanley Cup on Sunday night, after the franchise secured its second title with a Game 6 win.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 4:47 AMFrederik Andersen lifts Stanley Cup second for getting Hurricanes to final
Brandon Bussi got the Carolina Hurricanes over the finish line but Frederik Andersen's stellar play got the team to the Stanley Cup Final.
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