I’ll never forget how much I wanted Johnny hockey to choose the Devils when he hit FA. Such a special talent and seemed like an even more special person, Matty as well. This unspeakable tragedy still doesn’t make sense and I can’t imagine how hard it is on their family, friends, and the Calgary/Columbus fans and organizations. The whole hockey community is behind anyone and everyone who is grieving over these terrible losses. Fly high John and Matty Gaudreau 💔.
I’m absolutely devastated and heartbroken. When I woke up to the news, I was absolutely shocked, heartbroken and upset. He was a great hockey player, and he and his brother will be missed dearly.
Bruins nation is sending you Columbus and Calgary, love, prayers and condolences. 💙❤️
Thank you for sharing with us so we all can get through this together. Johnny and Matthew will live on in our memories and the family and friends left behind.
Johnny Gaudreau. A legend in life, and a legend in the afterlife. His impact on Columbus and Ohio in general was huge. Just like Rick Nash all those years ago, his cerebral plays on the ice inspired many young Ohioans to pick up a stick and enjoy the sport he loved with all his heart. When he came to Columbus and as expected could not match his previous season points total of 110 and he didn't win as many hockey games as he alluded he would when he signed, he received jestful mockery from other fanbases. But never once in all these jests did anyone ever question his skill, passion for the game, or his amazing character. No one deserves to die like he did on that night, the fact it was him, such a good, caring soul made a tragic event even harder to process. His family will miss him, his teammates will miss him, the 5th Line will miss him, and every fan of hockey worldwide mourns his passing.
Zach is one of us and summed up how this has impacted Columbus. No one will understand what it meant when Johnny signed here, a move a lot of people ridiculed him for since no one really on the outside believes in our market (hell, maybe even some of you in this comment section). But he did. A top player in this league wanted to be here, and that’s something that we will always appreciate about him.
God bless all of these men for having the strength to do this today. I can't imagine how hard it was. Will always love and respect each and every one of you. Rest in peace Johnny and Matthew thank you for choosing Columbus.
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Boone got me tearing up…
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Thank you for choosing us, Johnny. We love you. Rest in Peace.
As a Blues fan, this whole tragedy is just awful. RIP Johnny and Matty. Will be cheering just a little more for the Jackets and Flames.
It is gutting to watch these guys talk about their friend…
This is a tough watch/listen. Part of the healing process. RIP
Joining in from a little town in MB, RIP Johnny and Matthew. 🏒🏒
Thank you for choosing Columbus when others wouldn't…
I’ll never forget how much I wanted Johnny hockey to choose the Devils when he hit FA. Such a special talent and seemed like an even more special person, Matty as well. This unspeakable tragedy still doesn’t make sense and I can’t imagine how hard it is on their family, friends, and the Calgary/Columbus fans and organizations. The whole hockey community is behind anyone and everyone who is grieving over these terrible losses. Fly high John and Matty Gaudreau 💔.
Such a sad and tragic loss, breaks my heart 😢. RIP Johnny
Definitely a tough watch, but thanks to all these players stepping up and sharing their condolences, memories, and emotions with us fans.
I’m absolutely devastated and heartbroken. When I woke up to the news, I was absolutely shocked, heartbroken and upset. He was a great hockey player, and he and his brother will be missed dearly.
Bruins nation is sending you Columbus and Calgary, love, prayers and condolences. 💙❤️
Just awful
Man
Thank you for sharing with us so we all can get through this together. Johnny and Matthew will live on in our memories and the family and friends left behind.
Condolences to the Gaudreau family. You will be missed. Spread love and joy wherever you go.
I am just gutted…
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Johnny Gaudreau. A legend in life, and a legend in the afterlife. His impact on Columbus and Ohio in general was huge. Just like Rick Nash all those years ago, his cerebral plays on the ice inspired many young Ohioans to pick up a stick and enjoy the sport he loved with all his heart. When he came to Columbus and as expected could not match his previous season points total of 110 and he didn't win as many hockey games as he alluded he would when he signed, he received jestful mockery from other fanbases. But never once in all these jests did anyone ever question his skill, passion for the game, or his amazing character. No one deserves to die like he did on that night, the fact it was him, such a good, caring soul made a tragic event even harder to process. His family will miss him, his teammates will miss him, the 5th Line will miss him, and every fan of hockey worldwide mourns his passing.
Whelp I shouldn't have watched that at work. Absolutely heart breaking, this loss is never going to go away nor should it.
rip johnny hockey 💔
Zach is one of us and summed up how this has impacted Columbus. No one will understand what it meant when Johnny signed here, a move a lot of people ridiculed him for since no one really on the outside believes in our market (hell, maybe even some of you in this comment section). But he did. A top player in this league wanted to be here, and that’s something that we will always appreciate about him.
Very Brave, Men.
Thank You to Boone Jenner, Erik Gudbranson, Zach Werenski, and Sean Kuraly.
God Bless
Nothing but love from the entire hockey universe💙🤍❤️
God bless all of these men for having the strength to do this today. I can't imagine how hard it was. Will always love and respect each and every one of you. Rest in peace Johnny and Matthew thank you for choosing Columbus.
RIP Johnny and Matthew 🙏
Well said gentleman. RIP gaudreau brothers
seeing these guys on the verge of tears hurts so much
fly high johnny 🕊️