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Jeff Carter (born January 1, 1985) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and winger for the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL). He is an alternate captain for the Flyers during home games. During his NHL career, he has appeared in one All-Star Game (2009) and led the Flyers in scoring on one occasion, both in 2009.
Carter played junior in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) for four seasons, earning OHL First Team All-Star, William Hanley Trophy and CHL Sportsman of the Year honours in his final year. Joining the Flyers' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Philadelphia Phantoms, immediately after his junior career, he helped the team win the Calder Cup in 2005.
Internationally, Carter has won gold medals with Team Canada at the under-18 and under-20 levels. During his under-20 career, he tied as Canada's all-time leading scorer at the World Juniors and was named to back-to-back Tournament All-Star Teams. He has also represented Canada at the 2006 IIHF World Championship.