SAD NEWS: One of the most gifted important player for the Montreal Canadiens has made a heartbreaking decision.
Montreal Canadiens React To Gaudreau Brothers Passing
News of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau’s passing was confirmed by the Columbus Blue Jackets around 7:30 a.m. this morning. There had been rumors about it on social media since last night, but the hockey world hoped and prayed it would turn out to be one of those made up stories that appear online out of nowhere.
It was also confirmed the brothers were biking when a suspected drunk driver collided with them attempting to overtake another vehicle. Sean Higgins, 43, has been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide, reckless driving, improper passing, having an open alcohol container in his vehicle and consuming alcohol while driving. Further charges could be added should the toxicology report confirm he was driving while impaired.
No matter the charges though, nothing will bring back Johnny Hockey, 31, and his brother Matthew, 29. The Gaudreau family was gathered in readiness for the wedding of their youngest daughter which was supposed to be held today. There’s never a good time for tragic deaths like these, but that the tragedy took place on what should have been a joyous occasion for the family makes it even worse (if that’s possible). Both brothers were supposed to be groomsmen in the wedding party.
