Andrew Alberts

Guide Note

Andrew Alberts is a professional ice hockey player with the NHL Boston Bruins.

Fast Facts

Full name: Andrew James Alberts
Born: June 30, 1981
Birthplace: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Position: Defenseman
Played from 2001 through 2005 with the Boston College Eagles
Named an East First Team All-American in 2004 and 2005

Career Highlights

Alberts was originally drafted right out of high school, 179th overall in the 2001 NHL Draft by the Boston Bruins. He chose to attend college before going into the NHL, enrolling in Boston College. After graduation he joined the Boston Bruins' American Hockey League affiliate, the Providence Bruins in 2005. That same year he made his NHL debut, playing 73 regular season games with the Bruins. Alberts has since re-signed twice with the Bruins, first to a one year contract in 2006, then to a two year contract in 2007. Alberts has also represented the United States in the World Ice Hockey Championships in both 2006 and 2007.

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Andrew Alberts Vital Stats

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- Height: 6' 4"
- Weight: 215 lbs
- Rookie Year: 2005

Andrew Alberts Timeline

June 30, 1981: Born
2001: Drafted in the 6th round, 179th overall, by the Boston Bruins in the NHL Entry Draft
2005: Assigned to Providence Bruins of the American Hockey League
2005: NHL debut with the Boston Bruins
2006: Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the Boston Bruins to a one-year contract
2006: Played for the United States in the Men's World Ice Hockey Championships
2007: Re-signed a two-year, $2.5 million, contract with the Boston Bruins