Johnny Gaudreau, Brother Killed by Drunk Driver in New Jersey

The Gaudreau family and hockey community marked the one-year anniversary of the tragic deaths of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who were killed by a suspected drunk driver while cycling in New Jersey. Johnny’s widow, Meredith Gaudreau, shared emotional tributes on social media, including a video and heartfelt messages expressing her enduring love and grief, while also revealing she gave birth to their third child, Carter Michael, in April 2025. The driver involved, Sean Higgins, was indicted on multiple charges but has yet to face trial due to ongoing pre-trial motions. Teammates and friends, including Matthew Tkachuk, remembered Johnny with personal messages and donations to the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation, established to honor the brothers and support others. Johnny Gaudreau was celebrated as a seven-time NHL All-Star and member of the NHL’s All-Quarter-Century team, recognized not only for his skill but also his character and choice to play for the Columbus Blue Jackets to raise his family. The hockey community continues to rally around Meredith and the Gaudreau family as they navigate their loss and preserve the legacy of Johnny and Matthew.