“Having a hard time”: Seven months after Johnny Gaudreau’s passing, his wife opens up with a heartfelt confession

Johnny Gaudreau was known for many things—his incredible skill on the ice, his warm personality, and his deep devotion as a husband and father. Even now, seven months after his passing, his passion and spirit remain alive in the hearts of those who loved him, especially his wife, Meredith Gaudreau. A glimpse at their social media pages shows just how much energy and joy he brought into every moment.

Johnny Gaudreau and Meredith Gaudreau were together for years, sharing countless milestones—getting engaged, getting married, welcoming their two children—all alongside the excitement of his hockey career. But in a recent appearance on the Never Offside with Julie & Cat podcast, Meredith reflected not just on those big moments but also on the simple, everyday memories that made their time together so special.

“I mean, this is like so weird. I love watching Deal or No Deal. I love it; it’s like my favorite show in the world. I don’t know why.I think I mean I don’t want to like end on a dark note, but I was like I was having a hard time watching like all the new stuff without John ’cause like that was our thing, and then but we watched Deal or No Deal all the time. I don’t know why, like, we have like this weird streaming television, and there’s, like, a Deal or No Deal channel, and I just watch it, and I’m, like, mesmerized by it. Like, I can’t get enough of it. It is so weird, but I have to be honest; that’s what I’m watching.”
Johnny Gaudreau had no way of knowing just how much his decision to move would mean for his wife and children. He made the choice on his own, wanting to relocate the family closer to other players’ families so that his wife, Meredith, would have a strong support system during the long stretches when he was away for NHL games.
Talking about this decision, Meredith Gaudreau said, “We’re like this weird team that we all live in one neighborhood like it’s just boom boom boom, like teammate after teammate, and I’m so thankful for that now, obviously, but we have such a good group.”
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Meredith Gaudreau shared how Boone Jenner has become "Uncle Boone" to her kids, even dressing as Donald Duck for baby Johnny’s first birthday. Through tough times, the hockey community has stood by Meredith's family, showing the strength of their bond and support. Their unwavering support reflects the tight-knit nature of the NHL family, proving that even in the hardest times, no one has to face them alone.