The NHL will celebrate Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's contributions to hockey and recognize their family Saturday night at Ohio Stadium.

Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks fans joined together to sing happy birthday to Johnny Gaudreau Jr. in a heartwarming moment.

Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks fans sing happy birthday to Johnny Gaudreau's son, creating touching memory.

Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks fans joined together to sing happy birthday to Johnny Gaudreau Jr., creating a heartwarming moment at the game.

Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of Columbus Blue Jackets all-star Johnny Gaudreau, led the team out of the tunnel at storied Ohio Stadium on Saturday where the Blue Jackets hosted the Detroit Red Wings for the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series.

Both the Blue Jackets and the Red Wings paid tribute to the Johnny Gaudreau before their Stadium Series clash on Saturday at Ohio Stadium. Columbus players all dressed up like Gaudreau and were led into the venue by his family,

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings collectively held heavy hearts as they made their way to Ohio Stadium for their NHL Stadium Series matchup Saturday. Blue Jackets left wing Johnny Gaudreau tragically lost his life along with his brother Matthew in late August when they were struck by an alleged drunk driver while bicycling near their hometown in southern New Jersey.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The family of Johnny Gaudreau will be leading the Columbus Blue Jackets out of the tunnel for Saturday's NHL Stadium Series game against the Detroit Red Wings. The announcement was made Friday afternoon, with just over 24 hours until the puck drops at the 'Shoe.

The widow of former Columbus Blue Jackets player Johnny Gaudreau is thanking the team for remembering her husband.

On August 29, 2024, Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were tragically killed by a drunk driver while cycling. In a heartfelt tribute, the Gaudre

"It's truly incredible and inspiring the strength she has," Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner tells PEOPLE of Meredith