Boston College released a statement on Friday morning. “Our prayers are with the Gaudreau family at this time of unimaginable loss.”
Former Boston College hockey players Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew passed away on Thursday night in Salem County, N.J.the brothers were riding bicycles in Oldmans Township when they were struck by a vehicle around 8:30 p.m. ET which was trying to pass another car. The brothers passed away from their injuries.that the driver was arrested and charged with two counts of death by auto.
Johnny Gaudreau, who was also known as “Johnny Hockey,” played for the Eagles from 2011-14. He appeared in 119 games and tallied 78 goals and 97 assists for 175 points, 21 power play goals, and 18 game-winning goals. He was a part of the Eagles 2012 national championship team and won the Hobey Baker Award in 2014.
Matthew played for the Eagles from 2013-17. He appeared in 88 games and tallied 13 goals and 44 assists for 57 points.“The entire BC community is stunned by the tragic news,. “Johnny Gaudreau was not only one of the greatest @BC_MHockey players but also one of the nicest. Matthew was a gifted player & beloved by teammates. Our prayers are with the Gaudreau family at this time of unimaginable loss.
Johnny was drafted as the No. 104 overall pick in the 2011 NHL Draft by the Calgary Flames. Most recently, he played for the Columbus Blue Jackets. He was a seven-time All-Star.wrote the Blue Jackets in a statement on social media. “Johnny was not only a great hockey player, but more significantly a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to his wife, Meredith, his children, Noa and Johnny, his parents, their family and friends on the sudden loss of Johnny and Matthew. Johnny played the game with great joy which was felt by everyone that saw him on the ice.
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