Tragic accident strikes the NHL: Johnny Gaudreau passes away in horrible accident
Tragic and uneventful news just dropped on the Columbus Blue Jackets and former Calgary Flames star winger Johnny Gaudreau.
Involved in a bycicle accident in Salem, New Jersey at approximately 8 p.m., the star winger Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew passed away in unimaginable circumstances.
The NHL and the Blue Jackets issued statements:
«The National Hockey League family is shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew. While Johnny's infectious spirit for the game and show-stopping skills on the ice earned him the nickname 'Johnny Hockey,' he was more than just a dazzling hockey player; he was a doting father and beloved husband, son, brother and teammate who endeared himself to every person fortunate enough to have crossed his path.
Gaudreau was reportedly in New Jersey to celebrate his sister's wedding, which was meant to be held over the weekend.
We wish to send our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to his friends, family members, wife and kids. The hockey community has united to show its support.
4th round draft selection by the Calgary Flames in 2011, Gaudreau developed into one of the biggest draft steal in modern hockey. After a career high 115 points with the Flames in 2021-2022, he chose a destination closer to home in Columbus. Since then, the Jackets' number 13 collected 74 and 60 points.
Source: NHL
Commissioner Bettman Statement on the Passing of Johnny Gaudreau
|
1 hour ago | By Cooper Godin Canucks Head Coach Rick Tocchet Slams J.T. Miller in the Media After Rough Performance Against L.A Kings |
|
14 hours ago | By Maverick Mitchell Vancouver Fans Completely Outraged At Canucks for Price Gouging Student Tickets |
|
15 hours ago | By Maverick Mitchell JT Miller Claps Back On Why Head Coach Rick Tocchet Is Reducing his Ice Time |
|
17 hours ago | By Cooper Godin Vancouver Canucks Head Coach Rick Tocchet Sets Rumor Straight Regarding J.T. Miller Being Injured |
|
18 hours ago | By Maverick Mitchell Former Vancouver Canucks Draft Pick Rob Trumbley Sadly Passes Away at the Age of 50 |
|
19 hours ago | By Cooper Godin Vancouver Canucks to Honor Los Angeles Fire Department Tonight Against Kings |
|
21 hours ago | By Cooper Godin Rick Tocchet Announces Starting Goaltender, Game-Time Decision for Tonight's Game |
|
22 hours ago | By Cooper Godin Patrik Allvin Announces a Trio of Last-Minute Roster Moves Ahead of Clash With the Los Angeles Kings |
Previously on CanucksDaily
