Meredith Gaudreau, The dead hockey player’s legacy Johnny Gaudreaureceived applause when participating in the 2025 NHL draft.
May Reddyth took the stage to announce the first round pick for Columbus Blue Jacket at an event held Friday, June 27 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles Live.
On stage, Meredith today. The crowd also shouted her late husband’s name in support.
Meredith Matthew Gaudreau. Both siblings were killed by drunk drivers in August 2024 while riding bicycles. They are 31 and 29 respectively.
Meredith today. “I thank you, it’s a real honor.”
The driver of the Gaudro brothers in his hometown in New Jersey, Sean Higginsnow facing six charges, including aggravated manslaughter and reckless vehicle homicide. He pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Johnny and Matthew’s death was a day before their sister Katy’s A wedding in Philadelphia after the tragic incident. Both men were planned to be best men at the ceremony. Katie’s wedding has since been rescheduled until July 2025.
Meredith and Johnny Gaudreau
Courtesy of Meredith Gaudreau/InstagramMeredith became pregnant when Johnny died and gave birth to their third son, Carter, in April. The couple also shared 2-year-old daughter Noa and son Johnny Jr. for 15 months. At the same time, Matthew’s legacy, Madeleine, In December 2024, their first child was born and named Tripp Matthew after his father’s honor.
Earlier this month, Meredith Players’ forum.
Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images Meredith Gaudreau feels support from Columbus Blue Jacket and Calgary Flames while mourning the death of her late husband Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau. She wrote through her: “I want to think it’s special for these two cities to do this for John on our wedding anniversary.” […]
“I was shocked. I was broken for a few days. It was totally indescribable. The only person who could connect with me was my own sister. I saw her and my heart sad for her.”
Columbus Blue Jacket issued a statement according to the reported deaths of Johnny and Matthew.
“The Columbus Blue Jacket is shocked and destroyed by this unimaginable tragedy,” the series released in August via X. “Johnny is not only a great hockey player, but more importantly, a loving father, son, brother and friend. We express our heartfelt sympathy for his wife Meredith, his children Noa and Johnny, his parents, their family and friends after the sudden death of Johnny and Matthew.”
