Emotional tribute to `Johnny Hockey’ as Meredith Gaudreau announces Blue Jackets’ first draft pick

Meredith Gaudreau, widow of Johnny Gaudreau, speaks during the NHL hockey draft Friday, June 27, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)Jackson Smith, middle, stands with Meredith Gaudreau, widow of Johnny Gaudreau, left, and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets during the NHL hockey draft Friday, June 27, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

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Meredith Gaudreau, widow of Johnny Gaudreau, speaks during the NHL hockey draft Friday, June 27, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)