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Andreas Athanasiou

Andreas Athanasiou is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre born in London, Ontario, on August 6, 1994.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Andreas Athanasiou is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre born in London, Ontario, on August 6, 1994. He was selected 110th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft and has played in the NHL for Detroit, Edmonton, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Early life and junior career

Athanasiou was born in London, Ontario, and played major junior hockey for his hometown London Knights. NHL sources note that he scored 59 points in 120 OHL games before being drafted.

Professional career

He was selected 110th overall by Detroit in 2012 and went on to play in the NHL with Detroit, Edmonton, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Playing style

Athanasiou is listed as a centre who shoots left and is known for speed; scouting profiles describe him as a fast, offensively skilled forward.

Recent status

Recent team and media listings place him in the Chicago Blackhawks organization, with AHL appearances for the Rockford IceHogs during the 2024–25 season.

Key facts

  • Born in London, Ontario, Athanasiou is a Canadian professional ice hockey player.
  • He was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the fourth round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
  • He played junior hockey with the London Knights before turning professional.
  • He has played NHL games for the Red Wings, Oilers, Kings, and Blackhawks.
  • His listed position is centre, and he shoots left.
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Canadian context

Athanasiou was born in London, Ontario, and developed in Canadian junior hockey with the London Knights, making him a notable Canadian NHL player from southwestern Ontario.[1][2][4]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Andreas Athanasiou?
He is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre from London, Ontario, born in 1994.
What NHL team drafted Andreas Athanasiou?
The Detroit Red Wings drafted him 110th overall in 2012.
Which teams has he played for in the NHL?
He has played for the Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, and Chicago Blackhawks.
What position does he play?
He is listed as a centre and shoots left.
Where did he play junior hockey?
He played for the London Knights in the Ontario Hockey League.
Is Andreas Athanasiou Canadian?
Yes. He was born in London, Ontario, and is described by multiple sources as Canadian.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andreas_Athanasiou
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, draft selection, and recent team affiliations.
  2. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/player/andreas-athanasiou-8476960
    Supports: Draft details and junior/OHL background with the London Knights.
  3. Wikipédia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andreas_Athanasiou
    Supports: Birthplace, position, team history, and nationality.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/stats/_/id/3068035/andreas-athanasiou
    Supports: Position, birthdate, birthplace, draft info, and recent status.
  5. Rockford IceHogs — https://icehogs.com/team/roster/andreas-athanasiou
    Supports: Personal details and 2024-25 AHL statistics/status.
  6. StatMuse — https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/player/andreas-athanasiou-7632
    Supports: Career totals and team history summary.