Johnston will be a healthy scratch for a sixth straight game Saturday against the Kings, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.
Coach Barry Trotz announced earlier Saturday that he would go with the same lineup Saturday as he did in the Thursday's 4-3 loss to the Sharks. Johnston's playing time is usually limited to games in which Trotz feels his physical presence is needed or if injuries diminish New York's forward depth. The physical winger isn't likely to see his playing time increase between now and the March 21 trade deadline, as the Isles will have to play their regulars to try to get back into the playoff hunt.