Southern Palace

Erik Johnson, who won a Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022, retired in 2025, but he has remained busy.  Johnson, an avid racing fan, now spends much of his time managing his Thoroughbred interests, which includes an expanding broodmare band. In January, he purchased Timber Town Stables, which was owned by Wayne and Cathy Sweezey. That has become the home to most of his mares. Here is a look at his mating plans for 2026 and comments from the former All-Star defenseman, who played 17 seasons in the...