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Tyler Johnson (F)

South Carolina Stingrays

Biography

Johnson split last season between the Chicago Express of the ECHL and the Stavanger Oilers in Norway. In Chicago, the Colquet, Minnesota, native appeared in 20 games netting three goals and three assists for six points. Overseas, he buried eight points (seven goals, one assist) and helped the Oilers capture their league championship adding nine points (four goals, five assists) in 14 playoff games. Prior to turning pro, Johnson spent four seasons at Colorado College recording 82 points (45g, 37a) in 154 games. Last season, the Stingrays traded for Johnson and sent forward Anthony Maiani to Chicago on December 31.