Ching Johnson

An inaugural member of the New York Rangers, Ivan “Ching” Johnson may not have been the best athlete in hockey (in fact he was far from it), but he mastered the art of defensive hockey with punishing body checks and slowing down offensive skaters with subtle clutching. Johnson was not paid to score (which is good, as he didn’t often) but his defensive acumen had few peers in his time and he was a four time post season All Star and two time cup winner for New York.

Should Ching Johnson be in the Hall of Fame?

I totally agree with this induction. - 60%

I am fine with this induction. - 0%

I do not agree with this induction, but it does not bother me. - 20%

No opinion. - 0%

Kick him out! - 20%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Elected In: Wednesday, 01 January 1958
Position: Defence
Played For: New York Rangers
Non-NHL Teams: New York Americans
Major Accolades and Awards: First Team All Star (2) (1932 & 1933)
Second Team All Star (2) (1931 & 1934)
Stanley Cup Rings (2) (New York Rangers 1928 & 1933)

Should Ching Johnson be in the Hall of Fame?

I totally agree with this induction. - 60%

I am fine with this induction. - 0%

I do not agree with this induction, but it does not bother me. - 20%

No opinion. - 0%

Kick him out! - 20%

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