Chicago Blackhawks player officially says goodbye to the organization
Tyler Johnson is a two-time Stanley Cup champion who the Blackhawks thought would be an impact player.
This was not the case in Chicago, as he was a good depth option in Chicago. But in hindsight, the trade didn't work for either side.
He had 31 points(17 G, 13 A) on a team that isn't a high-caliber offense or have as many offensive weapons which could explain Johnson's unremarkable time here.
He went from being a good bottom-six option on a Stanley Cup-winning team, to a rebuilding Blackhawks organization.
It sounds like Tyler Johnson is ready to move on from a team, which didn't offer what he wanted in an organization. So, as an unrestricted free agent, he can test free agency and end up on a contending team's roster.
With Johnson only ever playing for two teams with the Chicago Blackhawks and Tampa Bay Lightning, it seems unlikely he will get a huge paycheck with his next team. But he sounds more interested in post-season play more than anything, which should draw plenty of eyeballs to the bottom-six forward.
Teams Rumored to be interested in John are as follows:
The Seattle Kraken, want to strengthen their bottom-six depth. He could also be utilized in a power-play role here.
He could return to the Tampa Bay Lightning whom he started his career with and be signed for a discount.
And it sounds like Kyle Dubas could be interested in Johnson as an option for the Penguins bottom-six, thanks to his versatility and ability to be moved up and down the lineup.
Source: Chicago Hockey Now
Blackhawks Bottom Line: Tyler Johnson Seems Ready To Move On
Source: NHLTradeRumors.me
Blackhawks Rumors: 3 Free-Agent Destinations for Tyler Johnson
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Where do you think Tyler Johnson will sign? | ||
| Seattle Kraken | 91 | 21.3 % |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 125 | 29.2 % |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 131 | 30.6 % |
| Vancouver Canucks | 81 | 18.9 % |
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