Lethbridge native Versteeg, like Johnson, is hoping to stay close to home.
"Being at home has been amazing,'' acknowledged Versteeg, who started the summer in Switzerland before joining the Edmonton Oilers on a try-out in training camp and opting to sign with the Flames in a whirlwind sequence of events.
"I can't properly put into words how much I've enjoyed this season. It's been so special. Just having everyone around - family, friends - has made me super comfortable. My kids being consistently around their grandparents, you can't put a value on that.
"It's made my, our, living situation so much better. I've been away for so long, in other cities, and I think everyone wonders what it'd be like to be able to play in his own backyard. The other places I've been through my career have all been great experiences.
"But you only have one home, right?
"So from a personal standpoint, I could not have asked for more.
"And this team? Like a band of brothers. Just fantastic."