"I would love one": Johnny Gaudreau's mom Jane melts over Flames fan's Gaudreau-themed bracelets distribution plan

Johnny Gaudreau’s mother, Jane, reacted warmly to a fan’s thoughtful tribute. The fan, @emma12_grace, shared plans to give out bracelets at the Calgary Flames game against the Blue Jackets.

The tribute comes after the tragic deaths of Johnny Gaudreau, 31, and his brother Matthew, 29, in a bike crash on Aug. 29 in New Jersey. The brothers were biking when a suspected drunk driver hit them.

The driver, Sean M. Higgins, has been charged with two counts of death by auto. The Gaudreau brothers were in their hometown to serve as groomsmen for their sister’s wedding the next day. Their sudden loss has deeply affected their family and the hockey community.

The bracelets are meant to honor the Gaudreau family. Emma tweeted:

"I will be handing out bracelets at the @NHLFlames game against the @BlueJacketsNHL on Tuesday honouring the Gaudreau’s. If you will be there and would like one please let me know. #Flames #CBJ" the fan tweeted on X.

Jane responded:

"Aww…that is so sweet! I would love one!🔥❤️," showing her appreciation for the kind gesture.

Johnny was a talented NHL player who played for the Flames and the Blue Jackets.

Off the ice, he was a dedicated husband to Meredith and father to two young children, Noa and Johnny Jr. Meredith later revealed that she was expecting their third child, which she shared at his memorial service. Matthew Gaudreau also played hockey and was admired by many.

Johnny was a fan favorite during his nine years playing for the Flames. The Flames had drafted Johnny in the fourth round of the 2011 NHL Draft. Emma’s thoughtful act shows how much Johny and his brother meant to the hockey world.

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Johnny Gaudreau’s mom, Jane, thanked the Calgary Flames

On Tuesday, Johnny Gaudreau’s mom, Jane thanked the Calgary Flames for inviting the family to their Dec. 3 game.

The game will include a tribute to Johnny, honoring his time with the Flames and community work. Jane expressed gratitude to the Flames and fans for their support after losing Johnny and Matthew.

"We are deeply grateful to the Flames organization for inviting us back. Guy and I, along with our entire family, are looking forward to reconnecting with many friends in Calgary."

Jane looks forward to reconnecting with friends in Calgary, a city that feels like home. She shared that Thanksgiving was especially hard without her sons but found comfort in the love from fans, who left flowers, jerseys and tributes at the Saddledome, showing how much Johnny Gaudreau meant to Calgary.

Jane concluded that Calgary will always hold special memories for her family.