Processing the loss of Matthew & Johnny Gaudreau

NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother were killed on the eve of their sister’s wedding when they were hit by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles in their home state of New Jersey, police said Friday.
New Jersey State Police said the Gaudreau brothers were cycling on a road in Oldmans Township on Thursday night when a man driving an SUV in the same direction attempted to pass two other vehicles and struck them from behind about 8 p.m., less than a half-hour after sunset. They were pronounced dead at the scene some 35 miles south of Philadelphia.
Gaudreau, 31, and brother, Matt, 29, are Carneys Point, New Jersey, natives and were set to serve as groomsmen at their sister Katie’s wedding that was scheduled for Friday in Philadelphia.
Police said the driver, 43-year-old Sean M. Higgins, was suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and charged with two counts of death by auto, along with reckless driving, possession of an open container and consuming alcohol in a motor vehicle.
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[@guyfaux3978]

Brodie, you made the right point when you said in effect it shouldn't take his celebrity status to make us care, and that another man died too, and we should mourn his loss too.

[@maxpowr90]

I feel for Kevin Hayes. Guy lost his brother Jimmy, and he played with Johnny and Matthew at BC. To have 3 of your former teammates die young is beyond tragic.

[@colewilliams5869]

Absolutely tragic. Can’t think of another time in professional sports that a team has lost their best player in the middle of his career. Don’t drink and drive. Ever.

[@woody4077]

Roberto Clemente

[@VianoMusicAcademy]

Thurman Munson

[@shawnamelva583]

Pelle Lindbergh, Flyers goalie, died very tragically in a car wreck when coming into his own.

[@MotorCityAutographs]

Jose Fernandez was starting to head into his prime/height of career

[@findingmariaselvis]

Drazen Petrovic

[@scottNNJ]

My heart goes out to all of the Gaudreau family, but especially their sister. Today was supposed to be the happiest day of her life, as she said “I Do” to the one she loved with her brothers standing by her side. And now… this. And it hits so close to home for me too. Not as a matter of relatability, but this happened just on the other side of the state where I live. A small state at that. My son played hockey in the same rink Johnny and Matthew played in just a few months ago. Thank you for being so dignified in your video. The authenticity shows through. And thanks for giving Matthew his due recognition. He is just as much a family member as Johnny was, and we shouldn’t regard his passing as less significant just because he didn’t have as much success in his pro hockey career.

[@suzukininja24]

For every superstar who passes away like Johnny Hockey, there are countless other nameless people killed by drunk drivers. My heart goes out to the Gaudreau family, and to all other personally affected by irresponsible drunk drivers

[@garymauk2963]

Very sad and tragic, a very nice tribute, thank you Brodie

[@karathomas6209]

Very well communicated Brodie. Thank you for this message. My cousin was just killed by a drunk driver 2 weeks ago in Florida. It is awful. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gaudreau family and all who knew and loved Johnny and Matthew.

[@THERobertL2000]

My sincere condolences. 🕯

[@youngmoneymahini]

Thank you for your humanity, Brodie. It’s one of many reasons I tune into your channel

[@brodiebrazil]

I appreciate that

[@BigHermAZ]

Just a stark and harsh reminder of how 1 person's actions can affect SO many people's lives. This one has multiple layers of sadness... absolutely awful.

[@OilersAfterDark]

Thank You for this.

[@edalder2000]

Johnny and Matt were supposed to be groomsmen in their sister's wedding....today. Johnny left two children under two and Matt has a child due in December. I can't process this and any words about seem insignificant. This breaks me.

[@leylasamur5027]

Unfathomable.

[@gerrylee1687]

That part of New Jersey is known for drunken behavior. I had my fair share of drunk drivers there. I work as a bartender there during the summer. Trust me when I cut off one person, the person I cut off will just get another drink next door. Some of these bars/catering halls have no limits when serving alcohol. These places all see money 💰💰💰💰

[@jimmyHopkins-e5i]

not to sound like a complete and utter dick but, did the wedding go on as planned or was it postponed?

[@jlo2o199]

Thanks Brody. He was thought of as a cool and down to earth fun young man. He was one of the smallest players in the league and famously used to use a 55 flex intermediate stick. Whether you were a fan for one week or years, you learned of this beloved Johnny hockey quickly. He was relevant, respected and a fan favorite.

[@andreminassian9740]

This is beyond devastating. Beyond shocked. Condolences to Gaudreau family. RIP to Johnny and Matthew. The anger of seeing continued drunk driving fatalities has reached boiling point

[@CpuFixrMan]

Well said, sir. My condolences to everyone in the Gaudreau family, friends, teammates, and everyone else touched by this loss.

[@blackkats100]

Just watching him play you could feel how dedicated and passionate he was. He skated in a genuinely beautiful and awe inspiring manner, and once the puck was on his stick he had such a connection to it, it felt like it was impossible to get it away from him. In addition to that every story about him is focused on how he was absolutely brimming with kindness and compassion. I didn't know him, but as a hockey player and fan, he was one of us, he shared our love for this amazing game and we all mourn his passing. Rest in Peace Johnny Hockey!

[@tnsloek]

I really couldn't believe it... I watched him play while i lived in Calgary, and it was an absolute joy. This whole story is just beyond heartbreaking.

[@Tpea135]

Thank you for the heartfelt words Brodie ❤️ you couldn’t have said it better Brother. RIP to those boys and thoughts are with the Family 😢

[@Nogoingback424]

I can’t help but think about all the family members impacted by this. So very sad. Thanks for the video Brodie.

[@dawsongodfrey]

I seriously feel empty inside. Johnny made me a hockey fan and flames fan. He was my idle. This is going to be super painful to not remember every time I watch NHL games from now on. Rest in peace Johnny hockey 🕊️❤ keep watching hockey from above!!

[@jayvee1947]

Brodie, my deepest sympathy to the Gaudreau family. I too suffered a loss in 2007 when my 24 year old nephew was killed in a motorcycle accident. The tragic event was even more stark because my sister in law worked for the local police department that showed up at the scene. They had to break the news to her while she was at the office. My prayers to the Gaudreau family as they seek whatever solace they can find in the loss of Johnny and Matthew.🥺🙏🏻

[@joelgrabie2774]

I am totally devastated by this news. My son played ice hockey at the Hollydell arena in Washington Township New Jersey where I worked for Mr. Gaudreau as a Zamboni driver. I got to know both Johnny and Matt personally over the years and watched them grow under the guidance of their Dad. All wonderful people. My sincerest condolences to the entire family over this senseless tragedy.

[@LIL-MAN_theOG]

You the best Brodie--and said this well for all of us. RIP Gaudreau Brothers from us here in the Buckeye State

[@KristianWontroba]

Well said Brodie. My heart breaks with this news, but it also makes me feel angry. With Uber and Lyft available, there is no excuse for someone to drive intoxicated, taking innocent lives away. I cannot fathom what the family is going through right now.

[@ajforquer2262]

As a lifelong Blue Jackets fan, videos like this do help, knowing that the rest of the hockey world mourns this loss with us. Today is a day that is normally filled with the start of college football and this has completely taken over Columbus; as we are still trying to heal from losing Matiss Kivlenieks in 2021. Just a truly tragic and devastating situation. Nothing but love to his family and teammates.

[@shawnamelva583]

Much love and respect to Johnny's entire family, the hockey world and fans who loved him. Classy video, Brodie. Thank you.

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

sadness and anger makes processing difficult The Mother must be beside herself i send a prayer to the Mother

[@dteddy1970]

Thank you, Brodie, for the presentation of this difficult situation. You gave a very heart-felt and emotional situation something for us all to learn and that is that we aren't guaranteed a "tomorrow". What would have been a celebration, like you said, turned into a family tragedy. Thank you for showing us a human side in this awful situation.

[@allenhawkins195]

it no longer matters what team you root for, what team you hate, what player is your favorite, what player you despise. we're all in this together.

[@bigtimer6834]

South Jersey native here and this hit me hard. I goto the local rink that he played and basically grew up at and he was and is absolutely beloved. I never knew him personally but always felt if I played in the NHL I would want to play his style. I will truly miss his highlights and dreamed he play the with Flyers one day. My thoughts and prayers go out to their families. This act was completely senseless and most communities including mine offer free car rides for those that have drank too much and need a ride home. We as humans need to do better!

[@realalbertan]

He was missed when he left Calgary, seems #13 will be retired here.

[@jaredsaleski7739]

As a Jackets fan born in Jersey and living in Columbus as well as a father and brother I am devastated. Saw him play a lot last year. Prayers for the family.

[@MrBayAreaRealEstate]

Well said, Brodie. It is a tragedy in itself for a family and to lose two men on the same day even worse, adding in the mix of it being on the night before their sister’s wedding makes this the worst nightmare. I know what the family is going through, 10 years ago my grandpa was walking in Phoenix in his residential neighborhood and was killed by two teens speeding 55mph in the street and hit my grandpa head on sending him airborne. He was perfectly healthy but they took him away from us. It never gets easy. I feel so bad for the family. I can imagine the sister is spiraling because they gathered there for her wedding and now there’s this cloud over her eventual wedding, I hope she is not thinking of it like that but the human mind can turn down wrong paths. I hope justice is served for the family but I know it doesn’t make it any easier. Justice wasn’t served for my grandpa. I woke up today, this was literally the first thing I saw and my stomach just plummeted. I wish this did not happen and doesn’t happen to others. If you recall the news Brodie, in South San Jose earlier this week a driver was speeding down highway 85 the WRONG way and hit a Tesla head on, killing a mom and son. People need to understand the responsibility of driving. We are moving a lethal weapon daily. Need to be aware and more careful everywhere we drive. RIP to the Gaudreau brothers. Im sorry this happened. It shouldn’t have happened. A mistake that could have been avoided. Also, don’t ride bikes are narrow streets, especially one lane roads. Don’t ride bikes on streets all together. Some drivers get nervous and that cause an accident. Better to ride bikes on trails with no cars around for everyone’s safety. The police report said the car in front of the one that hit the guys had to move into the middle of the road to avoid them so that tells me the boys were taking up a good amount of space on the single lane road. I looked at the road on Google maps, not much space there. Not a good decision to go riding on that road and from the news report it looked like it was raining last night as well. Not blaming them but a better choice could have been made to prevent the possibility of an accident.

[@kennethfosco7655]

Hey Brod its Jersey Ken and I'm in mourning being raised in South Jersey and just remembering the great player he was. My friend goes to a church where a 12 year old boy was being mentored by Johnny. God bless him and his brother and their family. Remember you never know when its your time! Take care

[@Lava1964]

You can't move on from this if you are a family member. You simply cannot.

[@lessthanthreemetal]

Subscribed - this was the most well done recap on a truly awful event.

[@moonglow630]

I was at the American Soldier Cemetery in Normandy when I received the news. The setting was appropriate considering the tragic shocking news. I lost my best friend of 30yrs last Christmas Eve to a drunk driver…..herself. She had a blood alcohol of .326, over 4 times the legal limit. She was a liver transplant recipient & should have never even been drinking. I’m still so incredibly pissed at her, but I still miss my best friend. My heart breaks for the Gaudreau family. Those poor babies that will grow up without their fathers just guts me.

[@stephenrosenthal5337]

This is horrible. My heart goes out to their extended families.

[@johnfieno9036]

Very very sad. Thank you for treating with the dignity that these brothers deserved. I commend you for your video.

[@chaosimproved]

As a cyclist this is tragic. As a hockey fan this is heartbreaking. As a human this is so sad.

[@DesmondHobson]

Brodie, thank you for your wonderful tribute! It can be all but impossible to find the words in the aftermath of an event like this, but you did the best you could. I do have a question about something you said at the start of the video, as you said that the video would not be monetized. Is it because KZbin would have automatically done so without your request?

[@brodiebrazil]

yes, on my channel that's the default. I manually made sure it was deactivated

[@derekhammett8634]

thank you for making sure that Matthew is also to be remembered, and not just Johnny because he was the more famous of the two

[@shannonsullivan1968]

A senseless tragedy in the true meaning of the phrase. I did not know him but I grieve right along with his family, friends and his hockey community.💔😢

[@jasonhanks8516]

Unreal how this happened, I'm still in shock that both Gaudreau brothers passed here. Such a tragic way to end 2 lives.

[@stevenfernando9490]

What a horrible tragedy that happened. Sending strength to the family because I cannot imagine the pain they are going through. Brodie this was such a respectful and well thought video thank you

[@r3dtig3r]

The pain I feel for their family, friends, and teammates is like nothing I've felt for someone I didn't know. I pray for them to get through this.

[@czrproductions30]

I knew both these guys growing up playing hockey and later working at Hollydell ice arena. Truly heartbreaking news. I feel for their family and his father who was my former coach. RIP johnny and Matty. Love you both

[@angelalaurice3350]

I really didn’t know much about Johnny other than an interview I saw with him last season where he explained his desire to be closer to family being behind his move to Columbus. I am glad he got sometime there before this happened. 😢

[@michaelandrew8493]

You never get over losing a loved one. You just kinda keep going. Rip man. Feel for the family and everyone that loved them.

[@deanthompson4381]

My deepest condolences to the Gaudreau family and friends. This is beyond tragic. Thank you, Brodie, for your words.

[@SKYWALKERDFS]

Just an absolute tragedy. My prayers go their family. Just couldn't imagine. My heart weeps for their family

[@jimt9245]

Lost for words - Tragic! - Prayers for the family, friends and the community. - having lost a brother to drunk driving this cuts deep Well stated video Brodie.

[@simpsonsfan09]

Well delivered. As a Blue Jackets fan, we are all in shock about this news. 😢

[@luvutons411]

So sorry to the immediate family... 💐R.I.P. Johnny and Matthew Goudreau💐

[@johnfarr2738]

You don’t necessarily have to be a Calgary Flames or Columbus Blue Jackets fan to feel the weight of these two brothers! The entire NHL community is feeling this loss. R.I.P brothers!

[@gerrylee1687]

That part of New Jersey is known for drunken behavior. I had my fair share of drunk drivers there. I work as a bartender there during the summer. Trust me when I cut off one person, the person I cut off will just get another drink next door. Some of these bars/catering halls have no limits when serving alcohol. These places all see money 💰💰💰💰

[@Nelbroth]

Drunk driving laws need to be stricter in my opinion. The perp will get 20 years. The families will hurt for the rest of their lives.

[@kw9377]

I heard he might be getting 10 years

[@generalimlerith8356]

This is a call to action against drunk driving enough isn’t being done to stop this idiotic and heartless decision to steal Johnny and Matthew from the world I was born in Calgary Johnny meant alot to our community he was so giving to us for 9 years my pain is great because I felt like Johnny was a role models for all of us

[@sigtyr8887]

I lost my dog when I was four and my cousin when I was six. So I have to deal with sorrow in early years. First don't drink and drive, be sure to never use alcohol before you drive. Second it's a human on/in the vehicle, never dehuminaize a human to a vehicle. RIP Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.

[@kirkdooley8190]

To try to honor the Gaudreaus, ALL sports should stop selling alcohol at ALL events for at least one night, if not permanently. As someone who grew up with an alcoholic father (alcohol is one of the triggers for PTSD in my life, a scar that will NEVER go away), I am disgusted when anyone's life is cut short by anyone who gets behind the wheel after "five or six beers" and who was drinking WHILE driving. And while the industry has as a tag line on their beer ads to "Plese Drink Responsively", the one sentence you never hear at a bar is, "Sir, you've had enough."😡

[@DateMike22]

I wasn't expecting this kind of news to start the morning. Absolutely tragic news 😢💔. Felt such a kinship to Johnny Hockey as a fellow Jersey guy. He was one of my favorite players to watch in hockey 🏒. He will be sorely missed. RIP Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau 🕊️🌹. Condolences to their family, friends and fans all across the great sport of hockey 🙏🏼.

[@alexanderprovenzano5347]

I’m a lifelong Sharks fan. But as a lifelong hockey fan and player, this news hit me emotionally very hard. It’s late in the afternoon and I still can’t believe this happened. This is for whatever reason hitting me very hard despite the fact I never knew the guy. I guess it’s just part of the whole “hockey brotherhood”. May he rest in peace. Johnny and his brother will forever be missed.

[@billmorton7720]

Such a horrible, terrible tragedy. My condolences to the Gaudreau family and friends. Very,very sad and heartbreaking..

[@sherikresal]

Love, light, and strength to his family, friends and the whole hockey world ❤ What a way to wake up this morning, unbelievable ❤ As I was reading an article this morning about this tragedy I got a vision of Peter McNabb greeting him, beautiful! ❤ Sent me into my 2nd cry ❤ Peter loved him so much ❤ He would go on and on about him during Avalanche games when we played him. It was a lil annoying lol ❤ Love Peter and miss him so much! ❤

[@STC987]

It still blows my mind how often people are killed due to drunk driving. The absolute selfishness and disregard for your fellow humans is astonishing. Unbelievable sad situation, but what is worse is it probably happens on a daily basis.

[@nathanjw940]

I truly hope that he can make a difference people realize the dangers of drinking and driving. So awful and I can't imagine his sister. What was supposed to be the best day of her life turned into the most heartbreaking.

[@mynameismud-qd9vu]

I think it's really easy to forget how suddenly life can be taken from anyone. We tend to take it all for granted. I feel awful for the entire Gaudreau family and everyone that knew and loved Johnny Hockey and his brother.

[@smellslikeproductions]

beyond shocked this happened tired of these drink/driving POS

[@DarkJak2050]

Sick of them getting inadequate punishments for their crimes. For this case, a maximum sentence of just *20 years in state prison?*

[@doomslayerdave]

We're all absolutely devastated. If you're not a Columbus fan it's hard to realize how much we loved #13. It's no secret that CBJ isn't exactly a winning organization... But he chose us as a free agent. He loved our city. He was a true star player that had no ego. Loved to talk to fans. It's heartbreaking. RIP MG and #13.

[@brodiebrazil]

well said thanks for that perspective

[@DNP_10]

Not every player in the NHL gets to be known (let alone liked) league wide. Johnny “Hockey” Gaudreau was one of the rare cases of both - a league-wide recognized player, and a beloved one. The NHL never really got to know his brother Matthew, but that doesn’t make it hit any less hard that both are gone. Rest in peace, Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. From a personal standpoint, Gaudreau reminded us a lot of a classmate and friend my brother and I went to school with for 7 years, and so we jokingly would endearingly call him by that classmate’s name whenever the Sharks played the Flames. I also watched a lot of the “Weird NHL” videos over the years, and one of the few moments that stuck out to me was how as a Calgary Flame, during visits to Nationwide Arena, he’d jump as the cannon was fired from the stands. I found it ironic when he ended up playing for the Blue Jackets, that when he became known for being jumpscared by the cannon, that he would end up having to face it every home game. Guess he had to get used to it. Maybe the first game this next season, we’ll get a 21-shot salute from the cannon in Columbus in honor of #13.

[@neilflood6508]

Two observations: Katie Gaudreau wedding memories will be ever tainted by the loss of her brothers. My condolenses to Johnny & Matthew's friends and families. Also my condolenses to the Blue Jackets who have lost two active roster players in the last three years following the tragic loss of Matiss Kivlenieks

[@anthonydurante1149]

If I'm the sister, it's not humanly possible to get married today. It's all cancelled and they get a paper at city hall...a very long time from now. Lives are destroyed and there's really no recovery from this for anyone.

[@johannagoya9659]

Sending my Aloha, Prayers and Condolences out to the Gaudreau families and friends 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️ So sad 😢❤️🙏

[@EPiche09]

Makes me sad and very angry. Please everyone slow down on the road.

[@JaredLand]

*DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE PERIOD!!!*

[@TessaRobinson-k9f]

Well said!

[@yvettehugues]

I know this video came out a couple days ago I was just speechless I didn’t know what to say as a really big sports fan this breaks my heart RIP to Johnny and to his brother Matthew

[@rocksmith3796]

Very sad news.... RIP brothers!

[@jazminefahlsing5811]

I watched Matt play hockey while he was in Omaha playing in the USHL. I want to send condolences to the Geudreau family and all those that are hurt by the loss of Matthew and Johnny

[@neeltheother2342]

Your point about paying respect to Johnny's brother as much as Johnny himself is even more important when considering that Matthew's wife is due in 4 months! Now her child is going to grow up never seeing his/her father which makes this story that much worse.

[@americancowboy-d5p]

Completely gut wrenching. There are no "Columbus" or "Detroit" or "New York" fans today. Hockey is a sport made up of human beings with great skill. They also happen to be some of the most down to earth athletes you will ever meet. Seeing how he carried himself, how close his family is just makes this even more tragic. His family is one of great faith in God, and they will need every last bit of that faith to get through this. Because as you said, it is about "getting through it"- it will never leave them as long as the walk this earth. So many prayers for that family right now.

[@rgold9329]

It’s literally the worst story you can’t even make this up. Two brothers dying right before their sisters wedding when his wife is pregnant. This is truly a horror. It couldn’t be any more sad.

[@MrBlazemaster525]

*both* their wives, Johnny's and Matt's Matt's child is never going to know their father, and that's the awful cherry on top of this shit sundae

[@mikemcavoy7097]

Crazy. Johnny Hockey is gone? His brother as well? Lord please bless this family through their suffering and in their time of need. Thank you Brodie for your kind words. Everyone remember that tomorrow is never promised so please live for today and help one another.

[@DanB-ez8fz]

Much as when Jose Fernandez of the Marlins was tragically killed in 2016, today we are all fans of the Blue Jackets and Flames, our hearts aching both with those of the Gaudreau family and their loved ones, and with the hockey family.

[@julienllcooljjulienllcoolj353]

The moment i heard the news ,just got home and just hugged my daughter in my harms a little tighter and told my wife that i loved them both.REST IN POWER JOHNNY ""HOCKEY""GAUDREAU 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥May your Light in the night be a beocon of ""HOPE""For your family

[@royanderson3478]

Time ⏲️ ⏳️ 🕐 and distance are required for families to cope. We just never forget the pain 😢. Life is short, and the journey through this world is very difficult . Blessing 🙌 and prayers 🙏 to all suffering through pain and anguish.

[@408vonripper]

Yeah Brodie... I don't ride road bike anymore for this reason... Terrible.. Now Reported by Grant C. 49ers Ricky Pearsall shot twice (in chest, then in back) in SF, Geary n Market for his Rollex. In critical condition...Robber ran away and then shot himself getting into his car, in hospital too.

[@joycegonzalez4704]

So So Sad....and the day before their Sister's Wedding....

[@masterlegacy1]

My Aunt told me today that a 7 year old and her grandmother were killed by a drunk driver out in Ohio recently. Its selfish and its a conscious decision to drink and drive. Make the decision before you go out not to drive. It breaks my heart what that family is going through and it was preventable. The guy probably took 1000’s of flights and driven 1000’s of miles but ends up getting killed on a pedal bike in his hometown over someone’s poor decision making skills. Im so sick of it. They need to make it automatic life sentence if you kill someone getting behind the wheel drunk. RIP and God give that family strength because i know they are broken beyond belief.

[@richlewis1879]

My family has some Boston college ties. My nephew / godson grew up loving Boston college hockey and especially Johnny gaudreau. My uncle at the time worked at Boston college and got the entire hockey team to sign a bc jersey for him. My nephew now goes to the University of Tennessee, but at home he still has that shirt framed and on his wall. During that time when he got the shirt, I had also gotten him a framed autographed picture of Johnny gaudreau. That picture is on the wall to this day still. I couldn't imagine growing up and losing my idol. RIP

[@fongbrandon]

I work nights, I was following the rumors and story last night at work. So many emotions and anxiety hoping it was fake. The story came out around 5am and it all started around midnight. So 5 hours we were all in the dark.

[@mikitazakharau984]

Absolutely tragic for entire hockey community

[@Hogtownboy1]

I’m very disappointed in how much of the radio commentators here in Canada have treated this. There’s still turning it into how good a hockey player he is not about how crushing this is to the family.

[@aaronsedillo]

Thanks

[@joelvinson]

This is brutal. Yes, as a hockey community, we mourn. But on a human level: Gaudreau seemed like a good family dude. That's what hurts most.

[@sethbratek8802]

Rest in peace to the gaudreau brothers #13 My heart breaks for his family especially their sister who was supposed to get married today just a tragic situation

[@rickcobos1724]

As equally tragic and devastating as the incidents that involved the deaths of Jay Briscoe and Kobe Bryant.

[@malloryensminger]

Tragic.

[@woody4077]

Roberto Clemente...just putting it out there

[@MichaelHeilman]

My condolences go out to the Gaudreau family. Johnny was more than a hockey player, he was an ambassador for the game. Everyday, people lose their life because of drunk driving and it always takes a major tragedy to change laws and stuff. I hope this gets national attention that leads to real change so we don't see another Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau tragedy ever again.

[@Fox_Trot777]

RIP Gaudreau brothers. A couple of certified beauts.

[@daytlov23]

Also 4 years to the day that he got engaged to his own wife, very sad.

[@deanhirasawa1414]

A devastating loss for the Gaudreau family, friends and the hockey community. Perhaps telling WHY it happened & educating is the best way to honour the legacy of the brothers. This was NOT an accident as the driver who killed Johnny and his brother has been charged with vehicular homicide after he admitted to drinking before driving. Such a sad and likely preventable loss on so many levels for so many.