Andy Hilbert facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Andy Hilbert
Hilbert with the New York Islanders in 2008
Born	(1981-02-06) February 6, 1981 (age 44) Howell, Michigan, U.S.
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	188 lb (85 kg; 13 st 6 lb)
Position	Center/Left wing
Shot	Left
Played for	Boston Bruins Chicago Blackhawks Pittsburgh Penguins New York Islanders Minnesota Wild
National team	United States
NHL Draft	37th overall, 2000 Boston Bruins
Playing career	2001–2010

Andrew John Hilbert (born February 6, 1981) is an American former professional ice hockey player. He played as a forward in the National Hockey League (NHL). He played for several teams, including the Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Islanders, and Minnesota Wild.

Playing Career

Hilbert playing in the AHL All-Star Game in 2003

Andrew Hilbert started playing ice hockey when he was young. He even played in the famous Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament in 1995.

Starting in College and the AHL

Hilbert was chosen by the Boston Bruins in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft. This means the Bruins picked him to join their team in the future. At the time, he was playing college hockey at the University of Michigan. He was a very good player in college, earning awards like being named an All-American.

In 2001, Hilbert decided to become a professional player. He started playing for the Providence Bruins, which is the main team for the Boston Bruins in the American Hockey League (AHL). The AHL is a league where players often develop their skills before joining the NHL. In his first year, he was named to the AHL All-Rookie Team.

Moving to the NHL

Hilbert played some games for the Boston Bruins in the NHL during the 2001-02 season. He continued to play mostly in the AHL for a few more years. In 2005, he was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks. Later that same season, he joined the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Time with the Islanders and Wild

In 2006, Hilbert signed with the New York Islanders. This was a big step for him. He had his best season in the NHL with the Islanders in 2006-07. He scored 28 points, which includes goals and assists. Because he played so well, the Islanders signed him for two more years.

After his time with the Islanders, Hilbert signed a contract with the Minnesota Wild in 2009. He played a few games for them.

Retirement from Hockey

In 2010, Andrew Hilbert returned to the Islanders organization. However, he had to retire from playing hockey because of an injury.

Awards and Honors

Andrew Hilbert received several awards during his hockey career:

• In college, he was named to the All-CCHA Rookie Team in 2000.
• He was also named to the All-CCHA First Team and was a First-Team All-American in 2001.
• In the AHL, he was part of the All-Rookie Team in 2002.
• He was also named to the AHL Second All-Star Team in 2005.
• Hilbert was chosen to play in the AHL All-Star Classic three times: in 2002, 2003, and 2005.
• He won a bronze medal with the United States team at the 2004 World Championships.