Reese Johnson enjoys summers on his farm, winters playing for Blackhawks

Reese Johnson lives a much different life with the Blackhawks than during his summers in Alberta. (Mark J. Terrill/AP)

In April, Blackhawks forward Reese Johnson signed a two-year contract extension. It was a one-way deal, meaning his $750,000 and $850,000 annual salaries will be guaranteed even if he’s sent to the AHL.

And with the newfound financial security, he did something atypical for NHL players but quite fitting with his own down-to-earth personality.