Oct 29, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson (6) shoots against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Erik Johnson, Just That
In case you’re new to Mile High Sticking, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson is my favorite player.
ICYMI: That’s Our Condor
He’s nicknamed Condor because of his predatory skating, and I couldn’t describe it better than that. Also, he’s got the snarkiest sense of humor:
Big shout out to our equipment staff who put in lots of long hours. Especially this mutant. He likes me I swear 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/rrTNqLMY3N
— Erik Johnson (@6ErikJohnson) October 23, 2015
EJ’s gift to the team is that he plays like it’s Game 7 in the playoffs every night. Granted that means sometimes he gets overly excited and makes mistakes. However, he’s also one mean mudder on the ice, and he’ll make opponents pay if they want to get past him.
My favorite gift from him to the Colorado Avalanche is his coast-to-coast play. He drives up the ice, and it’s like he’s a juggernaut. Here’s that time he did it against the Detroit Red Wings:
Plus, EJ loves animals. How can you hate a guy who loves animals? (Unless he’s on the Minnesota Wild.) Oh, and EJ hates the Minnesota Wild. Bonus!
More About Erik Johnson:
- EJ Earns Contract Extension
- EJ’s Season in Iron Maiden Songs
- Johnson’s Number Retired by Former High School
- TBT: Johnson’s 1st Avalanche Goal
- Why Johnson Shouldn’t Consider the Wild
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