How much money will Johnny Gaudreau's wife will be receiving from the NHL
In the wake of Johnny Gaudreau's tragic passing, new information has surfaced regarding Meredith Gaudreau's payout from the NHL.
Johnny and his brother Matthew were struck by a vehicle near their home in Salem County, New Jersey, on Thursday night. Unfortunately, both Johnny and Matthew passed away as a result of the accident.
In the wake up such a tragedy, fans are very much concerned for the well being of his wife, Meredith Gaudreau, and want assurances regarding the NHL taking care of her financial state.
Here is the amount expected for Johnny Gaudreau's wife and children
According to new reports, Meredith Gaudreau will be receiving financial compensation from the NHL.
According to reports from Blade of Steel, Johnny Gaudreau's immediate family will receive compensation equivalent to one year's salary + one million dollars.
Considering Johnny Gaudreau's contract earned him $9.75 million per year, we're talking about a total of $10.75 million. (not including his potential personal life insurance
23.6 (c) In the event of a player's death, the player's spouse at the time of death shall have the right to elect to continue lifetime coverage, provided the player would otherwise have been eligible for such continuation under sections 23.6(a) or (b)."
- NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement
In addition, a GoFundMe has been established for the Family of Matthew Gaudreau, Johnny's little brother, who was in the process of perusing a professional career in hockey.
Despite this being the most horrific tragedy in hockey history, fans feel some relief knowing the Gaudreau family will be taken care of.
Source: Habs Fanatics
Here is how much money Johnny Gaudreau's wife, Meredith, will receive from the NHL
| POLL | ||
Do you think this is enough to sustain Meredith? | ||
| Yes | 100 | 84.7 % |
| No | 18 | 15.3 % |
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