US EditionEmotional Tribute to 'Johnny Hockey' as Meredith Gaudreau Announces Blue Jackets' 1st-Round Picks
- On June 28, 2025, at the NHL draft in Los Angeles, Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of Johnny Gaudreau, revealed the Blue Jackets' selection of defenseman Jackson Smith in the first round.
- This announcement followed the tragic August 29, 2024 death of Meredith's late husband Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who were struck by a drunk driver while bicycling.
- The event featured a standing ovation and chants of Johnny's name, with Gaudreau expressing her gratitude to the hockey world for the encouragement she has received throughout the past year.
- Jackson Smith described being selected by the Blue Jackets as an unbelievable experience and remarked that the overwhelming encouragement from the crowd made the moment even more meaningful.
- The announcement symbolizes ongoing support for the Gaudreau family and introduces promising players like Smith and goaltender Pyotr Andreyanov, indicating the team's future direction.
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Meredith Gaudreau announces Jackets' draft picks
Meredith Gaudreau announced the Columbus Blue Jackets' first pick in the NHL draft Friday night, 10 months after her husband, John, was killed along with his brother while riding bicycles on the eve of their sister's wedding.
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Emotional tribute to `Johnny Hockey' as Meredith Gaudreau announces Blue Jackets' first draft pick
Meredith Gaudreau announced the Columbus Blue Jackets' first pick in the NHL draft 10 months after her husband, John, was killed along with his brother while riding bicycles on the eve of their sister's wedding. Fans at the Peacock Theater…
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The Toronto StarEmotional tribute to ‘Johnny Hockey’ as Meredith Gaudreau announces Blue Jackets’ 1st-round picks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Meredith Gaudreau announced the Columbus Blue Jackets’ first-round picks in the NHL draft Friday night, 10 months after her husband, John, was killed along with his brother while riding bicycles on the eve of their sister's…
Emotional tribute to "Johnny Hockey" as Meredith Gaudreau announces Blue Jackets' first draft pick
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Meredith Gaudreau announced the Columbus Blue Jackets’ first pick in the NHL draft Friday night, 10 months after her husband, John, was killed along with his brother while riding bicycles on the eve of their sister's…
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