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Flyers acquire D Erik Johnson, Denis Gurianov in separate deals The Philadelphia Flyers acquired defenseman Erik Johnson and forward Denis Gurianov in separate deals prior to Friday’s trade deadline.The F...

MARCH 8, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

NHL trade grades: Erik Johnson adds some depth and insurance for Flyers' playoff drive It was worth paying the price if it helps them hold off the teams trying to chase them down in the standings and secure a playoff spot.

MARCH 8, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Erik Johnson traded to Flyers by Sabres for 4th-round draft pick | NHL.com Defenseman can become unrestricted free agent, won Stanley Cup with Avalanche in 2022

MARCH 8, 2024 • NHL.COM

Dealt to Philadelphia Johnson (illness) was traded from Buffalo to Philadelphia for a 2024 fourth-round pick, according to Chris Johnston of The Athletic.

Impact Johnson should replace Adam Ginning on the third pairing, once he arrives and is healthy enough to play for the Flyers. Johnson has three goals, 93 hits and 68 blocked shots in 50 games this season.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Thursday Johnson (illness) won't return for Thursday's game against Nashville, according to Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.

Impact Johnson has three goals, 24 PIM, 93 hits and 68 blocks in 50 appearances with Buffalo this season. This will be his fifth consecutive contest on the shelf. Johnson might serve on the third pairing once he's healthy.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Johnson (illness) will miss Wednesday's contest against Toronto, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

Impact It will be Buffalo's fourth straight game without Johnson. He has three points (all goals), 93 hits and 68 blocks in 50 contests this season. When Johnson's available, he might serve on the third pairing.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Johnson (illness) won't play Sunday versus the Jets, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Johnson will miss his third straight contest. In 50 appearances this season, he has provided three goals, 40 shots on net, 68 blocked shots and 93 hits. Johnson's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday versus Toronto.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out of action Saturday Johnson (illness) will not play Saturday versus Vegas, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact Connor Clifton will once again replace Johnson, who also missed Thursday;s game in Tampa Bay. Johnson has three goals, 93 hits and 68 blocked shots in 50 appearances this season.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Thursday Johnson won't play Thursday versus Tampa Bay due to an illness.

Impact Johnson also missed the morning skate. He has three goals, 24 PIM, 93 hits and 68 blocks in 50 outings in 2023-24. With Johnson unavailable Thursday, Ryan Johnson is likely to draw into the lineup.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Ready to rock Johnson (illness) will play Sunday versus the Hurricanes, according to Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550.

Impact Johnson, who will return from a one-game absence, will replace Kale Clague in the lineup against Carolina. The 35-year-old Johnson has produced three goals, 39 shots on net, 65 blocked shots and 88 hits across 48 outings this season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Friday Coach Don Granato said that Johnson (illness) will not be in the lineup Friday in Columbus.

Impact Johnson will likely be replaced by Ryan Johnson on the third pairing, as Owen Power is still sidelined with a hand injury. Look for The Sabres have had a bug going through the team with Victor Olofsson and Eric Comrie also feeling the effects of the illness. Johnson has three goals in 48 games this season.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Johnson was not at practice Friday due to an illness and will be a game-time call, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Johnson has three goals, 88 hits and 65 blocked shots in 48 games this season. The veteran defenseman is playing his first season with the Sabres after playing the last 13 years with the Avalanche. Should Johnson not be available, look for Ryan Johnson to replace him on the third unit, as Owen Power (hand) is likely to miss his sixth consecutive game.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Johnson (upper body) will be activated from injured reserve ahead of his return to the lineup Tuesday against Dallas, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Johnson, who will return from a four-game absence, is projected to replace Jacob Bryson in the lineup. The 35-year-old Johnson has three goals, 37 shots on net, 57 blocked shots and 57 hits across 41 outings this campaign.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Saturday Johnson (upper body) won't play Saturday against San Jose but should be available after the All-Star break, coach Don Granato told Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News on Friday.

Impact Johnson has three points (all goals), 24 PIM, 57 hits and 57 blocks in 41 contests this season. When he's healthy, Johnson will likely serve on the third pairing, though he might occasionally also be a healthy scratch.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out next two games Johnson (upper body) won't play Tuesday against Anaheim or Wednesday versus LA, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Although Johnson will miss the next two contests, he could return for the Sabres' final game before the All-Star break Saturday against San Jose. Either way, he's picked up only three points through 41 contests this season, so fantasy managers shouldn't need to track his availability.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling with team Johnson (upper body) will join the team on its three-game California road trip, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports Monday.

Impact Johnson has managed just one point in his last 23 appearances, so few fantasy players will be anxiously awaiting his return to the lineup. Even once given the all-clear, Johnson could periodically find himself watching from the sidelines as a healthy scratch in favor of Ryan Johnson.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Johnson (upper body) won't play Saturday against Tampa Bay, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Johnson will miss Saturday's contest after suffering the injury in Thursday's win over Chicago. The 35-year-old Johnson has three goals while averaging just 14:11 of ice time through 41 games in his first season with the Sabres. Mattias Samuelsson and Henri Jokiharju are both expected to return against Tampa Bay, helping to round out Buffalo's blue line.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with upper-body issue Johnson is considered day-to-day due to an upper-body injury suffered against Chicago on Thursday, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

Impact Johnson has recorded just one point in his last 23 games, so whether he plays or not against the Lightning on Saturday is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players. Even when healthy, the 35-year-old defenseman is far from a lock for the lineup and may have to periodically serve as a healthy scratch in favor of Ryan Johnson.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game Thursday Johnson (undisclosed) left Thursday's game versus Chicago early in the third period and did not return, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Johnson was not at practice Friday and should be regarded as questionable for Saturday's tilt versus Tampa Bay. He has three assists, 57 hits and 57 blocked shots in 41 contests this season. If Johnson is unable to play, Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) could be ready to return to action after missing two games.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gets early exit Saturday Johnson racked up 27 PIM, including a game misconduct, in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers.

Impact Johnson was assessed four penalties for 27 minutes at the 12:48 mark of the second period following an altercation with New York forward Will Cuylle. The 35-year-old defender only had two PIM in 32 outings this season going into Saturday's contest. Johnson has two goals, 29 shots on net, 44 blocked shots, 40 hits and a plus-3 rating through 33 games this campaign.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 15, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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