JONAS JOHANSSON NEWS

Exits ice first Johansson was the first goalie to leave the ice Tuesday, Chris Krenn of the Lightning's official site reports, indicating he'll be in goal at home versus Carolina.

Impact Johnasson has given up three or more goals in each of his five appearances this season, posting a 2-1-2 record, 3.58 GAA and .902 save percentage. Despite the somewhat subpar numbers, the 28-year-old Swede figures to continue seeing the bulk of the workload ahead of Matt Tomkins, at least until Andrei Vasilevskiy (back) returns to action sometime in December.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busiest start of career Johansson made 48 saves in a 4-3 overtime loss to Toronto on Saturday.

Impact He had a 3-1 lead through the midpoint of the third when Matthew Knies beat him top corner from the left circle at 12:11. Then Knies tapped in the tying goal at 14:33, and John Tavares punched the puck past him with 55 seconds left in overtime for the win. Johansson made several incredible saves on the Leafs' snipers, but he couldn't hold the fort when the Bolts collapsed in the second half of the third. It was Johansson's busiest start of his career.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets Saturday's start Johansson will guard the home crease against the Maple Leafs on Saturday, according to Gabby Shirley of Bally Sports Florida.

Impact Johansson has taken over as the No. 1 goaltender in Tampa Bay with Andrei Vasilevskiy on the sidelines until the end of November after undergoing offseason back surgery. Johansson is 2-1-1 this season, giving up 14 goals on 132 shots. The Maple Leafs scored 13 goals in their first two games but have been held to just two markers in each of their last pair of contests.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in win Johansson made 26 saves in a 4-3 win over Vancouver on Thursday.

Impact Brock Boeser scored 14 seconds into the second frame before Tyler Myers pushed the score to 2-1 with a point shot just 48 seconds later. Johansson settled down and kept the Canucks at bay until J.T. Miller scored on a rebound with 1:49 remaining. Johansson then made a dazzling save on Boeser from in tight with 44.2 seconds left to preserve the 4-3 lead. Johansson isn't Andrei Vasilevskiy, but he's played better than his individual stats would suggest this season. Johansson entered the game with a 3.71 GAA and an .893 save percentage. He's worthy of activation in fantasy leagues with such a powerful offense in front of him.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Thursday Johansson is expected to start at home against Vancouver on Thursday, per Chris Krenn of the Lightning's official site.

Impact Johansson has a 1-1-1 record, 3.71 GAA and .893 save percentage in three contests this season. He's serving as the Lightning's starting goaltender while Andrei Vasilevskiy is out with a back injury. The Canucks have averaged 4.00 goals per game this season.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls in overtime Johansson stopped 28 of 31 shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Sabres.

Impact After allowing two goals in the opening frame, Johansson settled in and held Buffalo scoreless over the final two periods before the Lightnin would eventually take the loss in overtime. Overall, it was a solid bounce-back performance from Johansson after he allowed five goals in his previous outing against Detroit. The 28-year-old netminder has started three of Tampa Bay's four games to open the season, going 1-1-1 with an .888 save percentage.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Buffalo Johansson will protect the road goal versus the Sabres on Tuesday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Johansson has allowed eight goals on 72 shots through two appearances, posting a 1-1-0 record. The Sabres have scuffled offensively to start the year, scoring just three goals over two contests, but they may be able to find more success against an unproven netminder like Johansson.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 36 saves in loss Johansson made 36 saves in a 6-4 loss to the Red Wings on Saturday.

Impact Johansson had a couple big saves, but had a few unlucky bounces. The Wings' second goal deflected in off the stick of defender Luke Glendening and the fourth beat Johansson on a deflection. He's 1-1 to start the season, but hasn't been especially sharp. Matt Tomkins is likely to start Sunday in Ottawa in the team's first back-to-back.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First off the ice Johansson will get the road start Saturday against the Red Wings, per Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times.

Impact Johansson stopped 31 shots in Tampa Bay's Opening Night win over Nashville. The 28-year-old netminder appears to be the Lightning's top choice in net, with Andrei Vasilevskiy (back) sidelined for the first two months of the season. Matt Tomkins will likely get his first start Sunday in the second leg of a back-to-back.

OCTOBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

As Lightning held on to win opener, newcomers made big contributions BRANDON, Fla. — For Lightning newcomers Luke Glendening and Jonas Johansson, there was no easing into things at the end of Tuesday’s season-...

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Johansson wins in debut, Paul has 2 power-play goals and Lightning beat Predators 5-3

Jonas Johansson made 28 saves in his first start in place of the injured Andrei Vasilevskiy, Nicholas Paul had two third-period power-play goals and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat th...

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Earns win in Tampa debut Johansson allowed three goals on 31 shots in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Predators.

Impact Johansson faced just two shots in the opening period before allowing three goals on 29 shots in the final two frames. However, the 28-year-old netminder would hang on for a win after the Lightning rallied for three goals in the third period. It was ultimately a solid debut for Johansson, who was thrust into the starting job in Tampa after Andrei Vasilevskiy (back) underwent surgery that's expected to sideline him for two months. Johansson played just three games with Colorado last season, going 2-0-0 while allowing five goals on 73 shots.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Johansson will guard the home net Tuesday against Nashville, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Johansson will open the 2023-24 campaign as Tampa Bay's No. 1 netminder after Andrei Vasilevskiy underwent back surgery Sept. 28. With Vasilevskiy expected to miss the first two months of the season, Johansson and Matt Tomkins could split the goaltending duties for the Lightning. The 28-year-old Johansson has posted an 11-13-4 record with a 3.35 GAA and an .886 save percentage in 35 career NHL appearances.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lightning complete preseason feeling more confident about goaltenders After another strong exhibition outing from Jonas Johansson, Tampa Bay enters the season believing in its unproven netminders.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Suddenly best option in crease Johansson moved into the starter role with the Lightning on Thursday with news that Andrei Vasilevskiy had undergone successful back surgery that will keep him sidelined 8-to-10 we...

Impact Johansson had actually inked a deal in May to return to Sweden, but that deal was cancelled by his team there and the Bolts took a chance on the 28-year-old with a one-year deal. In 26 AHL games last season, Johansson went 14-9-2 with a .920 save percentage. And he won both his games in the NHL with the Avs. Overall, he has played in 35 NHL games over six seasons, going 11-13-4 with a 3.32 GAA. Johansson doesn't exactly inspire confidence, but general manager Julien Brisebois says he's going to go with the guys he has in camp for right now. The team is strapped for cap space and can't really make any significant moves until Vasilevskiy can be put on LTIR on Opening Day.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sleeper playing behind Vasilevskiy Johansson has good size and mobility, and could be counted on to play at least 30 games this season.

Impact At 28, he's younger than the Bolts' previous back-ups -- last season, Brian Elliott played in 22 games with the team, but that wasn't enough to keep Andrei Vasilevskiy fresh in the postseason. The all-star admitted that he was physically worn down at the end of last season. Johansson "brings a different energy" to the crease, according to Bolts goalie coach Frantz Jean. "He's got really good feet, and that's one thing that I always look at at a goaltender and as an organization. There's not that many 6-5 guys around playing in the minors. So, that was attractive to us." Johansson had a 2.33 GAA and 9.20 save percentage in 26 AHL games last season, and stopped 68 of 73 shots (.932 save percentage) in two starts (2-0-0) with the Avs. He's a definite sleeper for fantasy managers.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inks two-year deal with Lightning Johansson signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Impact Johansson posted a 14-9-2 record with a 2.33 GAA and a .920 save percentage in 26 games with AHL Colorado last season. He is currently penciled in to serve as Andrei Vasilevskiy's backup during the 2023-24 campaign.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contract with Swedish club canceled Johansson's two-year contract with Farjestad BK of the Swedish Hockey League, which was signed in May, was terminated Wednesday.

Impact It appears Johansson will be looking for an NHL contract instead. He had a 2.33 GAA and a .920 save percentage in 26 AHL contests with the Eagles in 2022-23. The 27-year-old has appeared in 35 career NHL games, posting an 11-13-4 record, 3.35 GAA and .886 save percentage.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Sweden Johansson signed a two-year contract with Farjestad BK of the SHL on Tuesday.

Impact Johansson spent the majority of the 2022-23 campaign in the AHL, posting a 14-9-2 record with a 2.33 GAA and a .920 save percentage in 26 games with the Eagles. He also appeared in three games with the Avalanche during the regular season. Johansson was slated to become an unrestricted free agent this summer.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to AHL Johansson was assigned to AHL Colorado on Sunday.

Impact Pavel Francouz (lower body) stopped 19 of 23 shots in a 5-4 overtime win over Anaheim on Sunday in his return to the lineup. Johansson has appeared in three games with the Avalanche this season.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Peter Baugh: FINAL: The Avalanche win 5-1 against Anaheim... - The Athletic FINAL: The Avalanche win 5-1 against Anaheim. Jonas Johansson made 29 saves (unofficially). Nathan MacKinnon is up to 95 points. Jack Johnso...

MARCH 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

MacKinnon propels Avalanche to 5-1 victory over Ducks

Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and an assist in his 700th NHL game and the Colorado Avalanche won their third straight game, defeating the Anaheim Ducks 5-1

MARCH 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Draws start Monday Johansson will be stationed between the pipes in Anaheim on Monday, Ducks PA Announcer Phil Hulett reports.

Impact Johansson is coming off of 32-save victory March 16 versus the Senators, which was his first NHL win since December of 2021. The 27-year-old has stopped 39 of 43 shots in two appearances with the Avalanche this season. With the Ducks scoring just 2.55 goals per game, Johansson has a strong chance to string together another win.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cruises to win in Anaheim Johansson allowed a goal on 30 shots in Monday's 5-1 win over the Ducks.

Impact Johansson won his second straight outing, though he had a very favorable matchup Monday. The 27-year-old netminder has yielded five goals on 73 shots over three appearances this season while adding a 2-0-0 record. As the Avalanche continue to solidify their playoff positioning, Alexandar Georgiev figures to receive the bulk of the starts.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche hold off Senators 5-4 for 4th straight victory

Mikko Rantanen had a goal and two assists, Lars Eller scored a strange deciding goal and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Ottawa Senators 5-4 on Thursday night for their fourth stra...

MARCH 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS