Boston Bruins Look to Terminate Contract of Veteran Forward

Fri Dec 20 07:40:00 UTC 2024: **Bruins Waive Veteran Forward Tyler Johnson**

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Bruins have placed veteran forward Tyler Johnson on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination, the team announced today. The move comes as the Bruins, currently sitting at 17-13-3 after a tumultuous start to the season including a coaching change, continue to reshape their roster.

Johnson, 34, signed a one-year deal with Boston after impressing during a professional tryout. However, his performance fell short of expectations. In nine games this season, he registered only two assists and failed to score a goal, despite averaging 13 minutes of ice time per game.

A two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Johnson boasts a lengthy NHL career spanning 13 seasons and 747 games. His time with the Lightning saw him contribute significantly to their back-to-back championships in 2020 and 2021. However, recent seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks were hampered by injuries, and his tenure in Boston appears to have marked a further decline in his NHL career.

While the Bruins hope to improve their standing with the roster changes, Johnson’s future in the NHL remains uncertain. The move raises the possibility that his time in the league may be over.