From 1,000 NHL games straight into broadcasting, Erik Johnson looks like an 'absolute natural'

DALLAS — As much as George Costanza may have thought the extent of being a good color man was making “interesting comments during the game,” there’s a lot more that goes into it.In fact, as many ex-hockey players discover the instant they first walk into a broadcast booth or position themselves between the benches for the first time, the sensory overload can freeze even the most experienced and successful former player.Being a good color analyst is more than just looking good and having insight.Advertisement