Ching Johnson was a professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1926 to 1938. He was born in Sweden and began his career in the United States playing for the New York Rangers. Johnson was known for his physical style of play and was considered one of the toughest players in the league. He was a member of the Rangers for 11 seasons and was a key part of the team's Stanley Cup win in 1928.

Johnson was known for his defensive prowess and was a key part of the Rangers' defensive core. He was a two-time NHL All-Star and was named to the NHL's First All-Star Team in 1932. He was also the first player in NHL history to wear a helmet, which he did in the 1933-34 season.

Johnson was traded to the Montreal Maroons in 1934 and was a member of the team for four seasons. He was a key part of the Maroons' Stanley Cup win in 1935. He retired from the NHL in 1938 and went on to coach the Maroons for two seasons.

Johnson was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1958. He was known for his physical style of play and was considered one of the toughest players in the league. He was a two-time NHL All-Star and was a key part of the Rangers' and Maroons' Stanley Cup wins. Johnson was a pioneer in the game of hockey and his legacy will live on for many years to come.

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