Johansen was acquired from the Avalanche as part of the
Sean Walker trade before the trade deadline, and he was waived the following day for assignment to AHL Lehigh Valley.
He informed the Flyers after the trade that he was dealing with a hip injury, which was subsequently confirmed by the team’s medical staff, resulting in his AHL assignment being reversed. The 31-year-old remained on the active roster for the rest of the season but did not play in a game.
Brière said that he didn’t ever envision Johansen suiting up for the Flyers after the trade, although that was before he had knowledge of the injury. It’s a long-term absence, as implied by Brière’s full statement today, which means the team can’t execute a buyout on the final season of his contract:
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Was he faking the injury, so he wouldn't be bought out?
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