Randy John Johnston (born June 2, 1958) is a Canadian former professional

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player who played four games in the

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for the

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during the 1979–80 season.

Playing career

Johnston was born in

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. He played junior hockey for the

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from 1975 to 1978. The Islanders chose him in the second round of the 1978 NHL Amateur Draft. He joined the Fort Worth Texans for the 1978–79 season. In the 1979–80 season Johnston moved to the Indianapolis Checkers. That season, Johnston joined the Islanders for four games. It was his only NHL experience and he remained in the Islanders' system until he retired in 1983.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

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