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Columbus Blue Jackets Honor Johnny Gaudreau’s Daughter on Her 2nd Birthday

The celebration comes one month after the tragic death of the NHL star and his brother in a bike accident caused by an alleged drunk driver.

  • Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed by an alleged drunk driver in late August while biking in New Jersey.
  • The Columbus Blue Jackets and their families gathered to celebrate Noa Gaudreau's second birthday with a barnyard animal-themed party.
  • Meredith Gaudreau, Johnny's widow, shared photos and videos from the party, which included a large sign reading 'Happy 2nd Birthday Noa!'
  • Meredith is also expecting their third child, a fact she announced during Johnny's memorial service.
  • The driver involved in the accident, Sean M. Higgins, has been charged with two counts of death by auto and is in police custody.
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