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Tyler Johnson to Retire After 13 NHL Seasons

Overcoming undrafted odds to claim two Stanley Cups, the former Lightning forward will play his final game against the Seattle Kraken on December 12.

Jul 7, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Tyler Johnson (9) warms up before game five of the 2021 Stanley Cup Final against the Montreal Canadiens at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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New Boston Bruins center Tyler Johnson (90) with the Chicago Blackhawks..

Overview

  • Johnson announced his retirement on July 7 via Instagram and will turn 35 later this month.
  • The 5-foot-8 forward began his NHL career with Tampa Bay in 2013–14 and posted 24 goals and 50 points in his rookie season.
  • He captured back-to-back Stanley Cups with the Lightning in 2020 and 2021 after helping Tampa Bay reach the Final in 2015.
  • Following a cap-driven trade in 2022, he spent three seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks before earning a roster spot with the Boston Bruins through a professional tryout.
  • His career totals include 193 regular-season goals and 433 points over 747 games, and he will close out his career in Boston on December 12 against the Kraken.