Johnson scored the game-deciding goal with less than two minutes to play Thursday in a 4-2 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson's goal sealed New York's fate while Steven Stamkos' empty-net marker with 10 seconds remaining provided some last second insurance Thursday night. Meanwhile, Johnson, 28, now has six goals and six assists for 12 points in 15 games and has recorded points in three straight.

Johnson notched a goal and an assist versus New Jersey on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was a plus-4 on the night and converted his only shot, while averaging a season-high 19:15 of ice time. The center is riding a three-game point streak and will look to keep rolling versus the Predators on Thursday.

Johnson has a point in each of his last two games after a four-game point drought.

EDGE Analysis

The diminutive pivot had five points in his first three games, but the offence just dried up after that. Johnson scored a goal on Friday night against Vegas and picked up an assist Saturday against Arizona.

Per coach Jon Cooper, Johnson (upper body) "should be good to go" for Thursday's matchup with Vancouver, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was held out of Saturday's game against Florida due to an upper-body injury, but he shouldn't have any limitations against the Canucks. The 29-year-old pivot will likely slot into his usual role skating on Tampa Bay's second line and second power-play unit against Vancouver.

Johnson (upper body) will not play Saturday versus the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

It appeared that Johnson might be able to suit up given that he was on the ice for morning skate in full gear, but the Bolts could simply be playing it safe with him given the long season ahead. He'll now focus on getting healthy for next Thursday's contest against the visiting Canucks.

Johnson (upper body) was on the ice in normal gear at the Saturday morning skate, Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site repots. Tampa Bay will host Florida in the 7:00 p.m. ET home opener.

EDGE Analysis

Bolts coach Jon Cooper said Monday that Johnson has a 50-50 chance of drawing into the Opening Night contest, but since he's skating without obvious restrictions in this latest session, it's safe to deduce that his status has been upgraded. Johnson, a perennial power-play contributor, tied a career-high with 50 points (21 goals, 29 assists) over 81 games last season.

Lightning head coach Jon Cooper says Johnson (upper body) has a "50-50" shot to be ready for Opening Night against the Panthers on Oct. 6, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the injury doesn't appear to be serious, the fact that it could keep Johnson from playing in Tampa Bay's regular-season opener is not ideal. It remains to be seen whether or not the dynamic center will suit up to face the state-rival Panthers, nonetheless, owners shouldn't be concerned about the ailment causing Johnson to miss significant time. Coming off a 50-point campaign in 2017-18, many expect Johnson to, at worst, duplicate that production in 2018-19.

Johnson (upper body) is aiming to be healthy in time for Opening Night against the Panthers on Oct. 6, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson missed just one regular-season contest last year on his way to 21 goals and 29 helpers. The Spokane, Washington native should see plenty of ice time in a top-six role, even if he misses the first game or two of the year, which should put him in position for a fourth season reaching the 50-point mark.

Johnson will miss Sunday's practice with an upper-body injury and is considered day-to-day, Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson's injury doesn't appear to be serious, but the Lightning will predictably exercise caution. The 29-year-old posted 21 goals and 50 points -- 13 on the power play -- last season. Expect updates to surface before Tuesday's preseason game against the Panthers.

Johnson went minus-1 with three hits and two empty shots in Wednesday's Game 7 loss to the Capitals. His final stat line was comprised of one goal and four assists in the 2018 playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Tampa Bay's second-line center had a lot of trouble getting the puck on net in the conference finals, as he only registered 12 shots. For comparison's sake, Johnson averaged three shots per game through the first two rounds of the Eastern Conference circuit. Still, his tapering off in the playoffs shouldn't have an adverse effect on his fantasy value since he's signed with the Lightning -- the offensive leaders from the regular season -- through 2023-24, plus he's cemented in a power-play role.