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General manager Steve Yzerman indicated Sunday that Johnson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury that occurred Saturday in Montreal, Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

General manager Steve Yzerman indicated Sunday that Johnson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury that occurred Saturday in Montreal, Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Analysis:

The question now is whether or not he will be ready in time for Game 1 of the postseason. With the Lightning already down star forward Steven Stamkos (upper body) for at least another month, losing Johnson would be a significant blow to their forward corps. Considering the nature of the hit he received, it wouldn't be surprising if he misses some time, but the team should update his status as Game 1 approaches.

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