Philipp Grubauer is a German professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Seattle Kraken in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on November 25, 1991, in Rosenheim, Germany, and began playing ice hockey as a child. Over the years, Grubauer has established himself as one of the top goaltenders in the NHL, known for his quick reflexes, athleticism, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
History:
Grubauer grew up in Germany and began playing hockey at a young age. He played for several junior teams in Germany before moving to North America in 2010 to play for the Windsor Spitfires of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). Grubauer quickly established himself as a top goaltender in the OHL, leading the Spitfires to a Memorial Cup championship in 2010.
Playing Career:
After his successful stint with the Spitfires, Grubauer was selected by the Washington Capitals in the fourth round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. He spent several seasons playing in the Capitals' minor league system, where he continued to impress with his goaltending skills. Grubauer made his NHL debut with the Capitals in the 2012-13 season and spent several years as a backup goaltender before finally earning the starting role in the 2017-18 season.
During his time with the Capitals, Grubauer developed a reputation as a reliable goaltender who could make key saves when the team needed him most. He helped lead the Capitals to the playoffs in several seasons, including their Stanley Cup championship in 2018. After the championship win, Grubauer was traded to the Colorado Avalanche, where he continued to play at a high level.
International Play:
Grubauer has also represented Germany in international play, including the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. He has also played in several IIHF World Championships, where he has been instrumental in helping Germany achieve success. Grubauer's performance in the 2019 IIHF World Championship helped Germany earn a silver medal, their best finish in the tournament since 1953.
Career Statistics:
Grubauer's career statistics speak to his skill as a goaltender. As of May 1, 2023, he has played in 305 NHL games, earning a record of 159-93-27. His career goals against average (GAA) is 2.36, and his save percentage (SV%) is .920. Grubauer's career-high for saves in a game is 44, which he achieved twice during the 2018-19 season with the Avalanche.
Awards and Honours:
Throughout his career, Grubauer has earned several awards and honours. In 2010, he was named the OHL's Goaltender of the Year, and in 2011, he was named the Memorial Cup's Most Outstanding Goaltender. He has also been named the IIHF World Championship's Best Goaltender twice, in 2018 and 2019. In the NHL, Grubauer was named the NHL's Third Star of the Week for the week ending on December 9, 2018, and was also named to the NHL's Second All-Star Team for the 2020-21 season.
References:
- "Philipp Grubauer Stats and News". NHL.com. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
- "Philipp Grubauer". Eliteprospects.com. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
- "Philipp Grubauer". Hockey-Reference.com. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
- "Philipp Grubauer". IIHF.com. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
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