COLUMBUS -- Dean Evason choked up. The Columbus Blue Jackets had defeated the Detroit Red Wings 5-3 in the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, and they’d done it in front of 94,751, the second-largest crowd in NHL history. But that wasn’t the most important thing.

The Columbus Blue Jackets wore what Johnny Gaudreau used to wear to the rink while the Detroit Red Wings wore jerseys honoring the Gaudreau brothers.

The Detroit Red Wings arrived at Ohio Stadium wearing a selection of jerseys from Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew, who were killed on Aug. 29.

COLUMBUS -- The Detroit Red Wings honored Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau when they arrived at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, stepping off the bus wearing jerseys the Gaudreau brothers wore during their hockey careers.

Blue Jackets left wing Johnny Gaudreau tragically lost his life along with his brother Matthew in late August when they were struck by an alleged drunk driver while bicycling near their hometown in southern New Jersey. As time passes, the hockey world continues to show their support and love for the Gaudreau family.

New forwards Luke Kunin, Christian Fischer give Blue Jackets needed depth to make their final push in a tight race for a playoff spot.

On August 29, 2024, Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were tragically killed by a drunk driver while cycling. In a heartfelt tribute, the Gaudre

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings honored the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau during their NHL Stadium Series entrances on Saturday at Ohio State University.

The Detroit Red Wings paid tribute to late Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau with their arrival at Ohio Stadium on Saturday. Gaudreau and brother Matthew were killed by an alleged drunk ...

Both the Blue Jackets and the Red Wings paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau before their Stadium Series game Saturday at Ohio Stadium.

Both team paid tribute to the late hockey player ahead of the game, with Gaudreau's family leading Columbus into the stadium.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have dedicated their entire season to honoring late star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew. So, ahead of arguably their biggest game of the season, they of course ...