Quick Info
| Profession | Former professional ice hockey defenseman |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/03/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Bloomington, Minnesota, USA |
Latest News about Erik Johnson
01/10/2025
Erik Johnson announced his retirement from professional hockey after 17 NHL seasons. The longtime defenseman ended his career as a Stanley Cup winner with the Colorado Avalanche and finished with 1,023 regular-season games played across four NHL teams.
21/04/2025
Johnson played what became his final NHL game during the 2025 playoffs against the Dallas Stars. He had returned to the Colorado Avalanche earlier that season after a trade from the Philadelphia Flyers, bringing his career full circle before retiring later in the year.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Erik Robert Johnson |
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| Known For | Playing in the NHL for the St. Louis Blues, Colorado Avalanche, Buffalo Sabres, and Philadelphia Flyers |
| Nickname | The Condor |
Physical Stats & More
| Position | Defense |
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| Shoots | Right |
| Height | 193 cm |
| Weight | 100 kg |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bloomington High School |
Career
| NHL Debut | 05/10/2006 |
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| Draft | Selected 1st overall in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft by the St. Louis Blues |
| Notable Achievement | Won the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022 |
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| Retirement | 01/10/2025 |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/6erikjohnson6/ | |
| https://twitter.com/6erikjohnson | |
| X | https://x.com/6erikjohnson |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was selected first overall in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. | |
| 2. He won the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022. | |
| 3. He has represented the United States in international tournaments. | |
| 4. He retired from professional hockey in October 2025 after a 17-year career. |