COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Calgary Flames paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau before their home opener, honoring the former player and his brother, Matthew, who were killed over the summer when their bikes were struck by a suspected drunk driver.
Gaudreau spent the majority of his career with the Flames before playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets for the last two seasons.
At the game, he was remembered with a moment of silence as well as a highlight video showcasing some of his most memorable moments with the Flames.
In a tribute to Matthew Gaudreau, his wife Madeline Gaudreau recently hosted a baby shower to welcome their first child.
Madeline is expecting a baby boy in December and paid homage to her late husband in an Instagram post.
The post featured a picture of a balloon display next to a sign that read ‘A little piece of heaven.’ Another picture highlighted a welcoming sign that read ‘Welcome to our baby shower – Matty and Madeline.’
Madeline Gaudreau wrote that it was the shower of her dreams.