The veteran defenseman, 36, is expected to play a mentorship role for the Flyers this season. He has been in contact with Michkov already.
in a one-year, $1 million deal, has communicated with the Russian forward through Instagram and a translation tool. The pair share the same representation in CAA Hockey’s Pat Brisson and JP Barry, and Johnson has been offering advice and assistance.That is not the only connection. Although he didn’t have to experience a new language, food, or rules, the grizzled veteran has been in Michkov’s shoes as a 19-year-old skating in the NHL.
“He’s a high-end package, tons of skill, and looks like Philly has a great one on their hands for a long time.” A guy once drafted for his offensive pop and prowess on the power play — 33 of the 72 points he scored across his first two seasons were with the man advantage — Johnson has evolved into a defensive-minded, penalty-killing blueliner.told The Inquirer at the NHL Scouting Combine last month that he was looking for a veteran presence on the blue line to take over for Marc Staal, who is not returning. “That would be Erik Johnson. Exactly,” the GM said.
“Every day you can wake up and control your attitude and your effort no matter what, and that’s what I’m going to do. Win or lose, I’m going to bring that same passion and enthusiasm to the rink. My days of 25, 26 minutes a night are behind me, and I know that and I’m comfortable with it.”
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