Festerling started the 2008–09 season with the Iowa Chops. When Ducks defenceman François Beauchemin was placed on the long-term injured reserve with a knee injury, Festerling was called up by Anaheim.
In the 2008-09 season, Festerling started with the Iowa Chops. After Ducks defenseman François Beauchemin suffered a knee injury and went on long-term injured reserve, Festerling was brought up to play for Anaheim.