Re-signing two-year contract extension with Red Wings makes Johansson even more hungry for 2025-26
July 21, 2025
Re-signing two-year contract extension with Red Wings makes Johansson even more hungry for 2025-26
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Enthusiasm!
Love to hear that.
“You want to play in the playoffs. With the team we have, I know all the guys in the room are very excited and want to get there. For the fans too, because it’s been a long time. It’s a hunger.”
I can see him having a path like Nick Jensen. Similar frame. A little late to the NHL but then steady defender with good skating. I think he has more offense to him than Jensen does though.
The talent is there. I hope he takes a nice step this year to stake his claim for a top 4 spot in our defense for the foreseeable future. He’s there now, but one would think the D group will improve over time, especially if there’s a notable addition from the outside via trade or free agency.
I like this guy a lot. And I know he was a rookie last year and all, but he’s an experienced rookie. He’s got a lot of pro hockey under his belt. What I’m getting to is, I’d like to see him get a shot to play with Mo and see what happens.
With Todd at the helm I’m excited about AlJo’s potential development. He looked great with Ed.
Build through the draft for long term success
His goal against Vegas is burned into my brain. Excited for him to be here!
I loved watching this kid just casually shut down McDavid a couple times this season… he’s come so far and has even more potential… this was an amazing deal for the wings… and a great chance for the young man to make a hell of a lot more in 2 years
AlJo has top 4 Dman in his DNA (or would that be DmanNA)..Looked great on his off side when paired with Ed…Wonder how AlJo would look if he was paired with Mo?
I hope he’s hungry, he needs to put some weight on. A guy his size is almost useless trying to push people out from in front of the net. Nick needs to teach him how to have an “active stick”.
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Enthusiasm!
Love to hear that.
“You want to play in the playoffs. With the team we have, I know all the guys in the room are very excited and want to get there. For the fans too, because it’s been a long time. It’s a hunger.”
I can see him having a path like Nick Jensen. Similar frame. A little late to the NHL but then steady defender with good skating. I think he has more offense to him than Jensen does though.
The talent is there. I hope he takes a nice step this year to stake his claim for a top 4 spot in our defense for the foreseeable future. He’s there now, but one would think the D group will improve over time, especially if there’s a notable addition from the outside via trade or free agency.
I like this guy a lot. And I know he was a rookie last year and all, but he’s an experienced rookie. He’s got a lot of pro hockey under his belt. What I’m getting to is, I’d like to see him get a shot to play with Mo and see what happens.
With Todd at the helm I’m excited about AlJo’s potential development. He looked great with Ed.
Build through the draft for long term success
His goal against Vegas is burned into my brain. Excited for him to be here!
I remember [this](https://m.youtube.com/shorts/wlJTnEubSY4) one well 😎
I loved watching this kid just casually shut down McDavid a couple times this season… he’s come so far and has even more potential… this was an amazing deal for the wings… and a great chance for the young man to make a hell of a lot more in 2 years
AlJo has top 4 Dman in his DNA (or would that be DmanNA)..Looked great on his off side when paired with Ed…Wonder how AlJo would look if he was paired with Mo?
I hope he’s hungry, he needs to put some weight on. A guy his size is almost useless trying to push people out from in front of the net. Nick needs to teach him how to have an “active stick”.