Note: Reports prior to Sept 2023 were originally graded out of ten, and also included additional categories that have been merged into the current categories.
This likely results in the overall ratings prior to 2023 being decreased in comparison to reports since Sept 2023.For an `Apples to Apples` comparison between players, we recommend only comparing reports before, or after, Sept 2023.
Results will average out accordingly as more data is accumulated.
Events
Birthday: Mar. 21, 1988
Height: 6' 3 | 193 cm
Weight: 225 lbs | 102 kg
Drafted: 1 overall, 2006 round 1 (
STL)
Reports
Feb. 21, 2024 (Updated Feb. 23, 2024)
Contract: $3,250,000 over 1 year (Cap hit: $3,250,000)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 35
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Under NHL Contract
A team looking for a veteran, who can add depth to their lineup, might be interested in acquiring Johnson from the Buffalo Sabres.
Easily defined. Checking 'D'. No frills. Doesn't bring much offense. Takes care of his zone first. Provides push back physically.
Through his first 48GP in Buffalo he averaged 14 minutes TOI at even strength and the penalty kill.
Johnson was credited with 88 hits and 65 shot blocks.
Expiring contract. $3.25 million cap hit.
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Elite Prospects| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
|---|
| 2023-24 | Philadelphia Flyers | NHL | 17 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -9 | 2 |
| 2023-24 | Buffalo Sabres | NHL | 50 | 3 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 24 |
| 2022-23 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 63 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 |
| 2021-22 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 77 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 22 | 24 |
- Compete/Consistency: 88
- Defensive Zone Starts: 80
- Hockey IQ: 89
- Offensive Zone Starts: 59
- Penalty Kill: 79
- Power Play: 0
- Physicality: 85
- Puck Moving/Passing: 70
- Shot: 68
- Skating: 72
Jan. 27, 2024 (Updated Feb. 4, 2024)
Contract: $3,250,000 over 1 year (Cap hit: $3,250,000)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 35
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Under NHL Contract
Veteran - right shot - defender who has averaged 14:11 TOI - 10:58 ES - 3:12 PK in Buffalo this season. Third pairing.
Does not have a role on the power-play. Provides very little offensively. Leans 2-way / Shut-down 'D'
Through 41GP he was credited with 57 hits and 57 shot blocks
Average pace. Simple with the puck. Winning pedigree. Leader in the room. Competes. Doesn't shy away from contact or battles.
Nearing the end of a solid career.
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Elite Prospects| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
|---|
| 2023-24 | Philadelphia Flyers | NHL | 17 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -9 | 2 |
| 2023-24 | Buffalo Sabres | NHL | 50 | 3 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 24 |
| 2022-23 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 63 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 |
| 2021-22 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 77 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 22 | 24 |
- Compete/Consistency: 88
- Defensive Zone Starts: 80
- Hockey IQ: 89
- Offensive Zone Starts: 59
- Penalty Kill: 79
- Power Play: 0
- Physicality: 85
- Puck Moving/Passing: 70
- Shot: 68
- Skating: 72
Oct. 21, 2023 (Updated Oct. 23, 2023)
Contract: $3,250,000 over 1 year (Cap hit: $3,250,000)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 35
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Under NHL Contract
Veteran 'D' who is heading towards the end of a solid career.
Big. Strong. Keeps the game simple. Doesn't bring much in the way of offense.
Bodies up. Blocks shots / especially on the PK / Sacrifices
Pace and execution with the puck is average plus.
Brought to Buffalo for his veteran leadership and ability to lean on opponents and provide some depth / battle on their back end.
Averaging 14:36 TOI - 10:57 ES - 3:38 PK ... Will not bring much offense or be used on the PP
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Elite Prospects| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
|---|
| 2023-24 | Philadelphia Flyers | NHL | 17 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -9 | 2 |
| 2023-24 | Buffalo Sabres | NHL | 50 | 3 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 24 |
| 2022-23 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 63 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 |
| 2021-22 | Colorado Avalanche | NHL | 77 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 22 | 24 |
- Compete/Consistency: 80
- Defensive Zone Starts: 80
- Hockey IQ: 86
- Offensive Zone Starts: 58
- Penalty Kill: 79
- Power Play: 0
- Physicality: 86
- Puck Moving/Passing: 70
- Shot: 68
- Skating: 72
Weighting
- 20%: Compete/Consistency, Hockey IQ, Skating
- 12%: Puck Moving/Passing
- 8%: Shot
- 4%: Defensive Zone Starts, Offensive Zone Starts, Penalty Kill, Power Play, Physicality
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