The 2017-18 season was a continuation of a theme for New York Islanders defenseman Johnny Boychuk. Injuries. In 2017-18 Johnny Boychuk missed a ton of hockey. He played a total of 58 games for the Islanders. His lowest since the 2009-10 season (not including the lockout year).
During his entire NHL career, Johnny Boychuk hasn’t played a full NHL season. He’s injury prone. But when you look at the style of hockey that Johnny Boychuk plays it adds up.
Boychuk plays big minutes and plays a tough physical game. That style is going to lead to injuries.