Johnny Gaudreau

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“Love this”: Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith melts over fan-made scrapbook through Johnny’s career in Calgary “Love this”: Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith melts over fan-made scrapbook through Johnny’s career in Calgary
“Love this”: Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith melts over fan-made scrapbook through Johnny’s career in Calgary
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Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares 3-word reaction for daughter Noa's makeup session with 'uncle' Zach Werenski Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares 3-word reaction for daughter Noa's makeup session with 'uncle' Zach Werenski
Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares 3-word reaction for daughter Noa's makeup session with 'uncle' Zach Werenski
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Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares four-word reaction to throwback clip of kids skating with deceased husband Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares four-word reaction to throwback clip of kids skating with deceased husband
Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith shares four-word reaction to throwback clip of kids skating with deceased husband
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Matthew & Johnny Gaudreau's younger sister Katie uses 4 words to describe their sibling relationship Matthew & Johnny Gaudreau's younger sister Katie uses 4 words to describe their sibling relationship
Matthew & Johnny Gaudreau's younger sister Katie uses 4 words to describe their sibling relationship
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Johnny Gaudreau's brother Matthew loved his nieces and nephews as if they were "his own" children, reminisces Matty's wife Madeline Johnny Gaudreau's brother Matthew loved his nieces and nephews as if they were "his own" children, reminisces Matty's wife Madeline
Johnny Gaudreau's brother Matthew loved his nieces and nephews as if they were "his own" children, reminisces Matty's wife Madeline

Johnny Gaudreau: A Brief Biography

Johnny Gaudreau
Johnny Gaudreau

John Micheal Gaudreau, also known as Johnny Gaudreau, is a professional ice hockey winger from America who is currently playing with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL. Born on August 13, 1993, Johnny has established his name in the world of ice hockey.

John played college hockey for Boston College and skated for the Boston College Eagles from 2011 to 2014. He earned the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in 2014, recognizing him as the best player in the NCAA. This achievement was just the beginning of his bright career in ice hockey.

Calgary Flames selected Gaudreau in the fourth round of the 2011 NHL Entry draft. He debuted in the NHL in 2014, the same year he won the Hobey Baker Award in the NCAA.

Johnny impressed everyone during his rookie season; he hit his first hat trick and became the youngest player in the Calgary Flames's history to do so after three decades. He was named for the 2015 NHL All-Star Game due to his impressive performance.

In the 2016-2017 season, he won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy (NHL Gentleman Conduct) with the Calgary Flames. During the All-Star Skills Competition, his shootout move went viral and strengthened his reputation as one of the challenging players in the Flames.

Johnny continued to shine and collected many goals, points, and assists the following year. He again secured a place in the NHL All-Star Game for the second time, but he couldn't lead his team to the playoffs. The 2021-2020 season was one of his best seasons, as he achieved 100 points and became one of the top scorers on the team. He also finished second in the Art Ross Trophy race.

On July 13, 2022, he joined the Columbus Blue Jackets as a free agent. His decision to join Columbus over other better offers stunned everyone. He was named for the 2023 All-Star Game.

NameJohnny Gaudreau
Age30 years
DOBAugust 13, 1993
NationalityAmerican
Mother NameJane Gaudreau
Father nameGuy Gaudreau
ProfessionIce hockey left winger
Net Worth10 million
Height5 feet 9 inches
Weight75 kg
Relationship StatusMarried to Meredith Gaudreau

Johnny Gaudreau’s early life

Johnny started his hockey career in the USHL and played for the Dubuque Fighting Saints in the 2010-2011 season. He was named the USHL Rookie of the Year. In the 2011 NHL Entry draft, Johnny was selected by the Calgary Flames. After attending Calgary's training camp, he went to Boston College to play NCAA hockey.

He was recognized as the highest-scoring freshman in the nation, contributing to the National Championship win during his freshman year. He stunned everyone again by scoring one point per game during his sophomore year. He achieved many heights during his NCAA career, including the Hobey Baker Award.

Johnny Gaudreau’s personal information

Columbus Blue Jackets v Washington Capitals
Columbus Blue Jackets v Washington Capitals

During Johnny’s selection to the Calgary Flames, he was listed as one of the shortest players selected in the draft, with a height of 5 feet 9 inches. Johnny Gaudreau is also called Johnny Hockey; he made this name a trademark in 2015 in the US and Canada to protect his reputation from misuse for other marketing purposes.

Johnny Gaudreau’s family background

Johnny was born on August 13, 1993, in Salem, New Jersey, to Guy and Jane Gaudreau. His younger brother, Matthew, is also a professional ice hockey player who is currently playing with the Reading Royals in the ECHL. He also played in the AHL. Both Gaudreau brothers played together at Boston College during the 2013-14 season.

Johnny's father, Guy, belongs to Beebe Plain, Vermont, and played college hockey at North Country Union High School. He was also included in the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame. Guy later shifted to New Jersey, where he coached for many years at Gloucester Catholic.

Johnny Gaudreau’s wife

Johnny Gaudreau married Meredith in September 2021 at Fairmount Water Works. It is not known when they first met, but they exchanged rings in August 2020. Meredith was born in 1992 in Pennsylvania and is an accomplished individual with a promising career. She is a Master of Pediatrics and worked at the Children's Hospital Philadelphia. She started her pediatric career at Drexel University.

Johnny Gaudreau’s kids

Johnny Gaudreau and wife Meredith welcomed a baby girl named Noa in October 2022. The couple enjoy their parenthood and spending quality time with their daughter.

Johnny Gaudreau’s social media

Johnny Gaudreau has an Instagram account handle, @johngaudreau03, with 175K followers. Johnny posts many pictures with his friends and family, and in his NHL jersey. He also enjoys sharing his vacation pictures with his fans.

Johnny Gaudreau’s net worth

Johnny Gaudreau has a net worth of $10 million. The left winger is set to earn $9,750,000 as a salary for the 2023-2024 season, including $2,000,000 as a signing amount and $7,750,000 as a base salary. Most of his income is generated by his hockey career and the other is from brand endorsements. He has made a total of $61,850,000 in his NHL career.

Johnny Gaudreau brand ambassador

Johnny Gaudreau has many sponsorship deals in his portfolio, such as Sport Chek, Adidas, Fanatics, Pacific Headwear, and others. He is the brand ambassador of Dunkin' Donuts and has appeared in many commercials for the brand.

Johnny Gaudreau’s investments

Johnny Gaudreau's investments are not known; however, he is involved in charity endeavors. He is dedicated to the "Make-A-Wish" Foundation, which works for child welfare. He also actively participates in the "Cancer Crusher" program, raising funds for cancer patients.

Johnny Gaudreau’s accomplishments

Johnny Gaudreau has spent 11 seasons in the NHL and collected 686 points in 688 games and 33 playoff points in 42 games.

AwardYear
NHL All-Star Game2015
NHL All-Star Game2016
NHL All-Star Game2017
NHL All-Star Game2018
NHL All-Star Game2019
NHL All-Star Game2022
NHL All-Star Game2023
NHL All-Rookie Team2015
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy2017
NHL First All-Star Team2022

Johnny Gaudreau’s contracts

The 30-year-old winger is set to earn $9,750,000 for the 2023-2024 season, including $2,000,000 as a signing amount and $7,750,000 as a base salary.

He has signed three contracts throughout his career in the NHL; first with the Calgary Flames worth $5,550,000 for three years and another extension contract worth $40,500,000 for seven. The third contract he signed with the Columbus Blue Jackets was worth $68,250,000 for six years and the value of all three contracts is $114,300,000.

Johnny Gaudreau’s career stats

SeasonTeamLeagueGPGAPtsPIM
2013–14Calgary FlamesNHL11010
2014–15Calgary FlamesNHL8024406414
2015–16Calgary FlamesNHL7930487818
2016–17Calgary FlamesNHL721843614
2017–18Calgary FlamesNHL8024608426
2018–19Calgary FlamesNHL8236639924
2019–20Calgary FlamesNHL7018405812
2020–21Calgary FlamesNHL561930496
2021–22Calgary FlamesNHL82407511526
2022–23Columbus Blue JacketsNHL8021537422

Playoffs:

SeasonTeamLeagueGPGAPtsPIM
2014–15Calgary FlamesNHL114596
2019–20Calgary FlamesNHL104370
2021–22Calgary FlamesNHL12311142

Source: Wikipedia

Johnny Gaudreau’s house

Johnny Gaudreau and his wife Meredith are currently living in Columbus and they moved into the house which was previously owned by Oliver Bjorkstrand. Johnny's decision to play with Columbus was to live near his family in New Jersey. The exact location of the house is not known.

Johnny Gaudreau’s cars

Johnny Gaudreau is a car enthusiast and has been seen riding many high-end cars. He was spotted driving a Lamborghini Aventador, Ferrari California, Audi R8, Porsche 911 turbo S, Chevrolet Corvette, and Mercedes-Benz.

FAQs

A. Johnny Gaudreau debuted with the Calgary Flames in 2014 and hit his first goal against Vancouver Canucks in the final game of the 2014-2015 season.

A. The 30-year-old left winger is set to earn $9,750,000 as a salary for the 2023-2024 season, including $2,000,000 as a signing amount and $7,750,000 as a base salary.

A. He is 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 75 kg.

A. Johnny Gaudreau and wife, Meredith, have a baby girl named Noa, whom they welcomed in October 2022.

A. Calgary offered him 10 million for an eight-year contract, but Johnny declined because he wanted to live near his family in New Jersey and his wife in Philadelphia. The couple currently lives in Columbus.