Tributes from throughout the hockey world poured in Friday after the sudden death of Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother Matthew.
NHL players, teams, and fans posted an outpouring of condolences in memory of the Gaudreau brothers.
Columbus Blue Jackets statement on the passing of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. pic.twitter.com/V2aFykgKIs
— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) August 30, 2024
It’s with great sadness, we mourn the tragic deaths of our friend Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau.
— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) August 30, 2024
Our hearts are broken by this devastating loss. Johnny was and always will be a member of the Flames family and loved by all of Calgary. pic.twitter.com/xFm1md0vwh
The entire BC community is stunned by the tragic news. Johnny Gaudreau was not only one of the greatest @BC_MHockey players but also one of the nicest. Matthew was a gifted player & beloved by teammates. Our prayers are with the Gaudreau family at this time of unimaginable loss. pic.twitter.com/RE2rbfTG3K
— Boston College (@BostonCollege) August 30, 2024
Absolutely devastated. I will miss seeing that smile! RIP Hockey! love you bro 💔 pic.twitter.com/HbyV3vSDXk
— Matthew Tkachuk (@TKACHUKycheese_) August 30, 2024
There will only be one Johnny Hockey. Even though you were younger, you’re someone who I looked up to in every way. My thoughts and prayers are with Johnny and Matthew’s family and friends. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/EeTYdLPrvS
— Cam Atkinson (@CamAtkinson89) August 30, 2024
Completely gutted. The world just lost one of the best. RIP Johnny 💔 pic.twitter.com/cgjqEAcHJ4
— Blake Coleman (@BColes25) August 30, 2024
Trying to find the right words today is not easy.
— Rasmus Andersson (@RAndersson19) August 30, 2024
You were a hell of a hockey player but it’s the person Johnny that always is going to be with me, one of my closest friends, it didn’t matter if we hadn’t spoken in a day or a week we always knew where we had each other!
There… https://t.co/oFPW1VaTkW
I don’t know why I’m even writing right now I’m shaking but Johnny was one of my favorite teammates I’ve ever played with.
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪🇺🇸🇨🇦 (@eddielack) August 30, 2024
Always happy, always spreading positivity around him. Rest in Peace my friend and prayers for your wonderful family.
Hug your loved ones.
Fans in Calgary are paying tribute to Johnny Gaudreau outside the Saddledome. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/NiO2vb0plb
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) August 30, 2024
I am deeply saddened by the news I received late last night. R.I.P. Johnny and Matthew, fine young men with beautiful family that seemed so close…gone way too soon. My condolences to the Gaudreau family and strength in their sorrow. This is devastating.
— Jarmo Kekalainen (@jkekalainen) August 30, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to the Gaudreau family. So incredibly sad.
— TJ Oshie (@TJOshie77) August 30, 2024
— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) August 30, 2024
The entire New York Islanders organization is deeply saddened by the passing of both Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. We offer our sincerest condolences to the Gaudreau family. They both were tremendous ambassadors for the sport of hockey and even better people in the community. pic.twitter.com/OloftUQAnK
— Bridgeport Islanders (@AHLIslanders) August 30, 2024
Absolute shock and sadness to hear about the passing of Johnny and his brother Matthew. Our hearts goes out to Johnny‘s wife, two young children and the rest of his entire family during this unimaginable time. So unfortunate and another reminder on how precious life is. May God… pic.twitter.com/4k8s8494gp
— Evander Kane (@evanderkane) August 30, 2024
Johnny Gaudreau may have come up from the States, but hockey fans in Calgary, and across Canada, will remember him as one of our own.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) August 30, 2024
Thinking of his teammates, friends, and the Gaudreau family today. https://t.co/JATaeKTDq8
Rest in Peace, Johnny Hockey pic.twitter.com/BFPdShMnZm
— Brian Burke (@Burkie2020) August 30, 2024
Insane man! 🤦🏾♂️ . I instantly got so down😔and sad🥺 after reading the story. My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Gaudreau family! May Johnny and Matthew fly high, guide/guard and bless their family/s from the heavens above. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
— LeBron James (@KingJames) August 30, 2024
Devastated by the loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Sending my deepest condolences and love to their family.
— Mike Trout (@MikeTrout) August 30, 2024
I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Johnny & Matthew Gaudreau. Johnny was a dedicated hockey player, Birds fan & cherished member of the Eagles faithful. I want to send my heartfelt condolences to the entire Gaudreau family & those impacted by this loss!#FlyJohnnyFly 🙏🏾
— Jalen Hurts (@JalenHurts) August 30, 2024
The definitive Johnny Gaudreau forever young hockey moment. 12 years ago. He's 18 years old. Ices the 2012 NCAA Championship game. Comically quick feet, hands, and brain. His comp for me was always Allen Iverson--I covered both in college. Impossibly small and skinny (JG MIGHT be… pic.twitter.com/dMe7WY2gtZ
— BucciOT.Com (@Buccigross) August 30, 2024
One of the wildest sports atmospheres I’ve ever witnessed in person in my life was being in Calgary when Johnny Gaudreau sent the Flames to the second round in overtime of Game 7. He had that entire building, and city, rocking. pic.twitter.com/ujAGsUFgUb
— Saad Yousuf (@SaadYousuf126) August 30, 2024
Just spoke with former Boston College coach Jerry York who coached Johnny & Matthew Gaudreau.
— Ryan S. Clark (@ryan_s_clark) August 30, 2024
York said the Gaudreau family was so dedicated that they traveled to nearly every home game to support those two.
“They were such good kids who grew up into outstanding young men.”
Hard to believe. So tragic 💔 RIP Johnny https://t.co/WNbUo1vSgV
— Henrik Lundqvist (@HLundqvist) August 30, 2024
💔😔 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/H7VaGFBFtR
— Made In Canada (@MadelnCanada) August 30, 2024
"Johnny Hockey" is such a simple and fun nickname.
— Seth Rorabaugh (@SethRorabaugh) August 30, 2024
And it was so befitting of someone who was a wonderful reflection of what is good about this sport.
Gosh, what a loss. RIP. pic.twitter.com/QThxTetZSh
From #mnwild coach John Hynes on the loss of Johnny Gaudreau, whom Hynes coached many times including the World Championship in May: “I am sick to my stomach. I had the opportunity to coach Johnny several times with USA Hockey. Johnny was a great kid, personable, had a big heart,…
— Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) August 30, 2024
Unimaginable and devastating.
— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) August 30, 2024
What a difficult time across the entire Hockey and Sports Community. Deepest condolences to Gaudreau family, their friends, teammates and colleagues. May Matthew and Johnny Hockey rest in power. 💐🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️🩹. pic.twitter.com/c8R4WWBVoK
