About
Left winger known as "Johnny Hockey" who was drafted 104th overall by the Calgary Flames in 2011. He was a finalist for the 2015 Calder Trophy, given to the NHL's top rookie, after scoring 24 goals and tallying 40 assists during the 2014-15 season. He signed a 7-year contract for Columbus Blue Jackets in 2022.
Before Fame
Originally intending to sign with Boston College's rival Northeastern University, he changed his mind when Northeastern's coach resigned.
Trivia
He led Boston College to the Frozen Four in 2011-12. He won the NHL's Lady Byng trophy in 2017.
Family Life
He was married with two children named Noa and Johnny. His father, Guy Gaudreau, coached his junior league teams before Johnny went to play in the USHL. His younger brother was killed in the traffic bike accident that also claimed his own life.
Associated With
He and Sean Monahan became two of Calgary's premier young players in 2014.
