And just a very humble family who believed in him but always thought it was best to be supportive in case things didn't work out. His parents always knew he was small so they just wanted him to have fun and do all they could to help him succeed. They were a bit surprised at every level, which speaks to Johnny's character if his parents were a bit surprised at each rung he climbed..and quickly he did.
Since his own parents (or at least Dad in the column), were taken a bit aback by all this, I suppose we are too! And we are. Through all the growing pains into the NHL, much more of what we wlll hear after season's end, this young man is a delight to have in so many ways. Down the road I can see how he will help younger players. That's awesome. Great article.
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