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Avalanche Announce Erik Johnson’s Retirement After 17 NHL Seasons

The 2006 No. 1 pick retires after a career highlighted by a 2022 Stanley Cup with Colorado.

Apr 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson (6) chase the puck during the overtime period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Colorado said Wednesday that the longtime defenseman is stepping away from playing at age 37.
  • Drafted first overall in 2006, Johnson debuted with the St. Louis Blues in 2007-08 before a 13-year run with the Avalanche.
  • He completes his NHL career with 1,023 regular-season games, 95 goals and 348 points, plus 13 postseason points.
  • In a team-issued message, Johnson thanked the Blues, Sabres, Flyers and Avalanche along with teammates, fans and family, noting the 2022 title.
  • His later stops included Buffalo and Philadelphia before a 2025 return to Colorado, and his international résumé features a 2010 Olympic silver medal.