ERIK JOHNSON NEWS

Remains stuck in press box Johnson has been scratched for 24 consecutive games after sitting out Monday's 4-3 win over the Panthers.

Impact Given head coach John Tortorella's propensity to tinker with his lineup, it's a significant surprise that a veteran like Johnson hasn't been able to get into the lineup. The 36-year-old Johnson has two points, 23 hits, 10 blocked shots and nine PIM over 15 outings. There's no telling when Johnson might get into a game again, so he doesn't need to be monitored in fantasy.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Waiting for opportunity again Johnson was scratched for the 10th game in a row when he sat out Thursday's 4-1 win over the Red Wings.

Impact This is Johnson's longest stretch in the press box. He played regularly when Cam York and Jamie Drysdale were both hurt, but they're now healthy. Head coach John Tortorella is also giving long looks to Emil Andrae and Egor Zamula, which has left no room for Johnson to check into the lineup. The 36-year-old has two points, five shots on net, nine PIM, 10 blocked shots and 23 hits over 15 outings.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mic'd Up: Erik Johnson's 1000th game | Philadelphia Flyers Erik Johnson was wired for sound during his 1000th game celebration

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • NHL.COM

Nugent-Hopkins has goal and assist, Skinner stops 27 shots as Oilers beat Avalanche 4-1

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a goal and an assist, Stuart Skinner stopped 27 shots and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-1

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makar scores 2 goals to lift Colorado past Flyers 3-2 in game marred by injured referee

Cale Makar scored two goals, Casey Mittelstadt scored one and Justus Annunen had 24 saves to lead the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers Monday night in a...

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores, fights in win Johnson scored a goal and added a fighting major in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout win over the Sharks.

Impact Johnson was busy in the first two minutes of the game, scoring the opening goal and fighting Givani Smith. This was Johnson's first game back in the lineup after being a healthy scratch for three contests. He took Jamie Drysdale's (upper body) place in the lineup, though Johnson may return to the press box once Cam York (upper body) is cleared to play. Through 11 appearances, Johnson has two points, four shots on net, 19 hits, eight blocked shots and nine PIM.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

11/11 Postgame: Erik Johnson | Philadelphia Flyers Johnson speaks after win.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • NHL.COM

Matvei Michkov helps the Flyers beat the Sharks 4-3 in shootout

Matvei Michkov had a goal and an assist, and then scored in the shootout to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Helps out on penalty kill Johnson logged an assist and two PIM in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Flames.

Impact Johnson's assist came on a shorthanded tally by Travis Konecny in the second period. The 36-year-old Johnson appears to have the trust of head coach John Tortorella in a third-pairing role. Last season, Johnson managed just six points over 67 regular-season games between Buffalo and Philadelphia, though he also had 143 hits and 97 blocked shots. The veteran defenseman will play a limited role in 2024-25 and does not need to be tracked closely in fantasy.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Travis Kelce buys an ownership stake in a racehorse — named Swift Delivery

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has bought into a racehorse. The horse's name? Swift Delivery.

AUGUST 27, 2024

Travis Kelce buys an ownership stake in a racehorse named Swift Delivery

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has bought into a racehorse named Swift Delivery

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

HockeyBuzz.com - Bill Meltzer - Quick Hits: Bonk, Erik Johnson NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

JULY 12, 2024 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

HockeyBuzz.com - Bill Meltzer - Quick Hits: Briere on Flyers Daily, Erik Johnson, Caravan, Barber NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

JULY 11, 2024 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Flyers sign Erik Johnson to one-year, $1 million deal Acquired at the trade deadline in March from the Sabres, the blueliner skated in 17 games for the Flyers and had two goals and three points.

JULY 1, 2024 • INQUIRER.COM

Staying in Philly Johnson signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Flyers on Monday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Johnson chipped in five goals, one assist, 60 shots on net, 97 blocked shots and 143 hits in 67 regular-season games between Philadelphia and Buffalo in 2023-24. He will probably occupy a depth spot on the Flyers's blue line in the upcoming campaign.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

What I'm hearing as the Flyers start to plan their offseason Does Sean Couturier's change of agents mean anything? Will Erik Johnson be back next season?

MAY 1, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Lone goal vs. Washington Johnson scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Capitals.

Impact Johnson got the Flyers on the board midway through the second period, tipping an Egor Zamula shot past Charlie Lindgren to tie the game 1-1. The 36-year-old blueliner has two goals and three points in his last four games after going scoreless in his first 13 contests with Philadelphia. Johnson will wrap up the regular season with five goals and six points across 67 games between the Flyers and Sabers.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Flyers' Johnson mistakenly leaves penalty box with headphones | NHL.com Defenseman skates out to rejoin action with a little more equipment than he bargained for

APRIL 12, 2024 • NHL.COM

Veterans Erik Johnson, Marc Staal thrust into key roles on Flyers' depleted blue line The Flyers acquired Johnson on Friday and Staal is thrilled to be sticking around for the playoff chase. Now, both will have to play a role.

MARCH 10, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Set for Flyers debut Johnson (illness) skated Saturday and will be in the lineup versus Tampa Bay, Jackie Spiegel of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Johnson last played with the Sabres on Feb. 27, missing their last five games with an illness. The 35-year-old blueliner is now poised to make his debut with Philadelphia after he was dealt at the deadline. Johnson has three points, all goals, in 50 games this season. He'll likely skate alongside Ronnie Attard on the Flyers' third pairing.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Flyers acquire veteran defenseman Erik Johnson, trade Wade Allison in separate deal PHILADELPHIA - Erik Johnson is probably best known for his toothless smile as he lifted Lord Stanley’s Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 20...

MARCH 8, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM