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Predators' Ryan Johansen out for rest of playoffs due to thigh injury

The Nashville Predators will be without center Ryan Johansen for the remainder of the playoffs due to a thigh injury he suffered in Game 4 on Thursday night.

Johansen needed surgery, the team said.

Game 5 of the Western Conference finals series against the Anaheim Ducks is Saturday in Nashville. The series is tied, 2-2.

Johansen has enjoyed a big postseason, with three goals and a team-high 10 assists in 14 games.