Marcus Johansson LW MIN Fri 5/21/21 12:27 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson sustained a broken arm in Game 3 against Vegas on Thursday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
While coach Dean Evason didn't provide anything in the way of a timeline for Johansson, he should probably be expected to miss a minimum of 6-8 weeks depending on the severity. As such, the winger would need the Wild to make a very deep run into the postseason to have any chance of playing again. Without Johansson in the lineup, Zach Parise could slot into a bottom-six role while Joel Eriksson Ek replaces him with the No. 2 power play.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Fri 5/21/21 12:59 AM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Head coach Dean Evason said "it does not look good" regarding Johansson's (undisclosed) injury suffered in Thursday's Game 3 versus the Golden Knights, Kevin Falness of the Wild Radio Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Uh-oh -- Johansson left after he crashed into the post during the first period of Thursday's game and he was unable to return. Evason was careful to point out that he couldn't make an official comment on the Swede's status, but his "not good" description suggests a lengthy absence could be ahead. Johansson is likely going to miss at least Saturday's Game 4, though a clearer timeline should emerge once the forward has been fully evaluated. Zach Parise will likely enter the lineup in place of Johansson.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Thu 5/20/21 10:45 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson (undisclosed) left Thursday's Game 3 versus the Golden Knights in the first period, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson collided with the post on a rush to the net and doubled over in pain on his way to the locker room. The Swede did not join the Wild on the bench to start the second period. If he's unable to return during Thursday's contest, the Wild will be forced to finish the game with 11 forwards. More information on Johansson's injury should be available prior to Saturday's Game 4.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Wed 5/5/21 7:40 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson (upper body) is on the ice for warmups and is expected to suit up in Wednesday's game against Vegas, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 30-year-old missed the past two games with the upper-body issue, but as evidenced by this news, the injury wasn't long term. Johansson will return for Thursday's game on the third line, as he's produced 14 points in 31 games this season. Johansson will replace Kevin Fiala (undisclosed) in the lineup for the contest.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Mon 5/3/21 1:29 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson (upper body) will remain out Monday against the Golden Knights, Sarah McLellan of Star Tribune Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Coach Dean Evason described Johansson as "fine" but wants the veteran forward to get some skating under his belt before he returns from the injury. Johansson could be back as soon as Wednesday's rematch against Vegas.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Sat 5/1/21 8:02 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson (upper body) won't play Saturday versus the Blues, Jessi Pierce of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson was a late scratch Saturday. In his place, Nick Bjugstad should return to the lineup in a third-line role. Johansson's first chance to return is Monday versus the Golden Knights.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Mon 4/19/21 11:55 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson scored a power-play goal on three shots and added two hits in Monday's 5-2 win over the Coyotes.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson struck at 9:38 of the second period, and his tally stood as the game-winner. He's posted a goal and four helpers over his last five games. The 30-year-old seems more comfortable playing on the wing, even if he sees less ice time in such a role. For the season, the Swede is up to 13 points (six on the power play), 32 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 26 appearances.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Sat 4/17/21 11:38 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson produced a power-play assist in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson set up Mats Zuccarello's tally at 14:35 of the first period to tie the game at 1-1. The 30-year-old Johansson has four assists in his last four outings. For the year, the Swede is up to 12 points, 29 shots on net and a minus-6 rating through 25 appearances. A middle-six role and a lack of steady offense makes Johansson a low-end fantasy option.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Wed 4/14/21 5:26 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson registered a pair of assists and one shot in Wednesday's 5-2 win over Arizona.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson set up a pair of Mats Zuccarello goals on the power play, including a perfect 2-on-1 feed to open the scoring late in the first period. Johansson has produced five points in his last five games, but he hasn't been fantasy viable since departing Washington following the 2016-17 campaign.
Marcus Johansson LW MIN Sat 4/10/21 11:22 PM
Marcus Johansson
LW MIN
Johansson recorded a power-play assist in Saturday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Blues.
EDGE Analysis
Johansson had the secondary assist on Matt Dumba's tally late in the second period. The 30-year-old Johansson has produced six points in 11 games since returning from an upper-body injury. He saw a top-line assignment Saturday since Kevin Fiala (upper body) couldn't play. Johansson is at nine points, 28 shots on goal and a minus-4 rating in 22 appearances -- he's likely better suited for a middle-six role.