We are now nearly a year after the tragic passing of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew Gaudreau.
Today, Johnny would have celebrated his 32nd birthday, and his wife, Meredith Gaudreau, has shared a deeply moving tribute.
It's impossible not to think of Johnny Gaudreau's family on his birthday-a first one without being able to hold him in their arms.
On August 29, 2024, he and his 29-year-old brother passed away in a devastating tragedy. It was a heartbreaking loss for the hockey world. Both young men were deeply loved, coming from a family with strong values, and they touched the lives of many people.
Johnny played ten seasons in the NHL with the Calgary Flames and the Columbus Blue Jackets. The left winger recorded 243 goals and 743 points in 763 games.
Matthew wore the colors of Boston College from 2013 to 2017, then played with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers (AHL), Worcester Railers (ECHL), Reading Royals (ECHL), and Stockton Heat (AHL).
Forward Patrik Laine learned of Johnny Gaudreau's death only ten days after being traded by the Blue Jackets to the Montreal Canadiens. He was devastated by the loss of his former teammate and shared several photos to honor him.
Meredith Gaudreau and Madeline Gaudreau Share an Extremely Touching Interview About Their Husbands, Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
It's hard not to shed a tear while listening to the new interview with Meredith Gaudreau and Madeline Gaudreau.
The pain has not lessened, and the two women continue to cope with this tragic loss. Meredith and Johnny were parents to three young children: Noa, 2 years old; Johnny Jr., 1 year old; and Carter, 4 months old.
"Our children didn't deserve this. John and Matty didn't deserve this either, especially considering how it happened. It keeps me awake at night.
I will take care of our children and thank him for such a beautiful life."
Meredith Gaudreau
I will take care of our children and thank him for such a beautiful life."
Meredith Gaudreau
"There's no healing when you didn't get a goodbye. I don't want to say goodbye to either of them because I know I'll see them again one day. You kissed all of us to say goodbye and to tell us you'd see us later. And that's it."
Madeline Gaudreau
Madeline Gaudreau
Our thoughts are strongly with them, the family, friends, and loved ones of Johnny and Matthew. Stay strong.
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