Jaromir Jagr writes tribute to Johnny Gaudreau

PUBLICATION

Finnegan Frost
September 2, 2024 (5:39 PM)

SHARE THIS STORY

The hockey world is mourning the tragic death of Johnny "Hockey" Gaudreau, and former NHL legend Jaromir Jagr has issued a heartfelt message to the hockey world.

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 Gaudreau passed away as a result of the accident.

Many fans will remember the year Jagr joined the Calgary Flames during the 2017-18 NHL season. Jagr and Johnny got to know each other on a personal level and developed a close brotherhood.

On Monday, Jagr shared the highlight on social media and posted a heartfelt message to go with it. Jagr, who is second in NHL history in points (1,921) and fourth in goals had kind words for his former teammate.

The original message (posted in Jagr's native Czech) was a beautifully written tribute to Gaudreau.

"I honestly never thought I'd write a text like this to a post," Jagr wrote. "Yea that was my last NHL goal Yes, that was a pretty nice goal. Yes, it was a beautiful pass above all. Unfortunately, life can sometimes be incredibly cruel. Thank you Johnny Gaudreau for being there and giving hope to all the guys with your incredible performances that though they are not the biggest and toughest, they can succeed at the NHL world class just like you did. My condolences to the whole family. R.I.P. to you and your brother."

Oilers Insider would like to extend their deepest sympathies to the Gaudreau family.

source: NHL
Jagr writes beautiful tribute to Gaudreau