15 Interesting Facts About Jeff Carter

A two-time Stanley Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, this Canadian center enjoyed a decorated 19-season NHL career before retiring in 2024.

Position
Centre, Right wing
Jersey
#77
Status
Retired
Teams
7
Facts
15
1

He won two Stanley Cups with the Los Angeles Kings.

2

He earned an Olympic gold medal representing Canada at the 2014 Sochi Games.

3

He was drafted 11th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.

4

He appeared in two NHL All-Star Games during his career, in 2009 and 2017.

5

He led the Philadelphia Flyers in scoring during their 2008–09 campaign.

6

He helped the Philadelphia Phantoms win the Calder Cup in 2005.

7

He tied for Canada's all-time leading scorer at the World Juniors with 12 goals over two tournaments.

8

He was part of two teams that rallied from a 3-0 series deficit to win in seven games.

9

He scored his first career NHL goal against Roberto Luongo of the Florida Panthers.

10

He recorded his first career four-goal game in an 8–4 victory against the Buffalo Sabres.

11

He was named the NHL's First Star of the Week for October 20–26, 2014.

12

He played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League.

13

He passed the 500 career NHL point mark with a three-assist performance against the Calgary Flames.

14

He played the final four games of a playoff series with a separated shoulder in 2009.

15

He became one of only eight NHL players to win both an Olympic ice hockey gold medal and the Stanley Cup in the same year.

About Jeff Carter

Jeffrey J. Carter is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played 19 seasons in the NHL for the Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, Los Angeles Kings, and Pittsburgh Penguins. He won two Stanley Cups with the Kings and an Olympic gold medal with Team Canada, retiring in 2024 with 851 career points. Known for his versatility and scoring prowess, he was a two-time NHL All-Star.

Career Achievements & Milestones

Stanley Cup Champion

2012

Stanley Cup Champion

2014

Olympic Gold Medalist

2014

NHL All-Star

2009

Calder Cup Champion

2005

Player Information & Stats

Detailed career statistics and background information about Jeff Carter.

Player Info

Country: Canada
Position: Centre, Right wing
Jersey #: 77
Status: Retired
Age: 40 years old

Physical Stats

Height: 6' 4" (193 cm)
Weight: 217 lbs (98 kg)
Born: London, Ontario

Career Stats

Seasons: 19
Goals: 442
Assists: 409
Points: 851
Teams: 7
Drafted: 2003
Round: 1st

Teams & Career

Strathroy Rockets Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds Philadelphia Phantoms Philadelphia Flyers Columbus Blue Jackets Los Angeles Kings Pittsburgh Penguins

Jeff Carter played for 7 different teams during his 19 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in 2003.