Grief for ice hockey star Johnny Gaudreau: Brothers die in the event of an accident

Grief for ice hockey star Johnny Gaudreau: Brothers die in the event of an accident

The ice hockey world is in grief: Johnny Gaudreau, an outstanding player of Columbus Blue Jackets, tragically died in a traffic accident. The 31-year-old American and his younger brother Matthew were hit by a driver in New Jersey on Thursday while they were on their bikes. This shocking message not only shaken the ice hockey community, but also achieved the hearts of fans and sports enthusiasts worldwide.

The brothers were on the way to the wedding of their sister, who was planned for the coming Friday. This sad turn of events has turned the anticipation to a festive occasion into deep regret. The police reported that the driver of the vehicle was arrested and that according to initial investigations, it may have been alcoholic. This also brings a tragic dimension to an already tragic incident.

an accident with far -reaching consequences

Johnny Gaudreau, known as "Johnny Hockey", is one of the most prominent players in the NHL. His career extends over several years in which he played for the Calgary Flames before moving to the Columbus Blue Jackets. With impressive 642 scorer points in 644 games, he has established himself as one of the best US players. His talent and passion for the game leave a hole that will be difficult to fill.

Ice hockey and especially the Columbus Blue Jackets have lost on one of the most tragic days of their history. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman expressed his sympathy and pointed out that Gaudreau was not only an estimated athlete, but also a loving father of the family. His sudden death is not only a loss for his team, but also for the entire ice hockey community.

The German Ice Hockey Association (DEB) also expressed its sympathy and spoke the thoughts and prayers in this difficult time to families, friends and teammates from the Gaudreau brothers. A fatal accident ended the existence of a talented player and his brother in a tragic way. At the recent World Cup in the Czech Republic, Gaudreau was a key player who scored a goal in the group game against Germany.

The grief for the Gaudreau brothers will surely stop for a long time. Fans and athletes worldwide commemorate their achievements and talented careers. These tragic events remind us of mindfulness in road traffic and show how quickly life can change. While the investigation of the accident continues, the ice hockey community United remains in its grief for two tragically lost lives.