you need to hear this if you're an NHL fan a heartbreaking loss has shaken the league NHL player Kevin Hayes recently shared a deeply emotional tribute to his late friends Johnny and Matthew godo the brothers tragically lost their lives in a car accident caused by a drunk driver they were in town for their sister's wedding where they were set to be groomsmen in his poignant Instagram post Hayes asked Johnny to say hello to his late brother Jimmy Hayes who passed away in 2021 this touching message has drawn support and sorrow from fans and players alike the Columbus Blue Jackets Johnny godo's team released a statement expressing their condolences Johnny leaves behind his wife Meredith and their two children Matthew godo was expecting his first child with his wife meline the godo family thanked everyone for their support during this unimaginable time emphasizing the devastating impact of drunk driving Kevin Hayes's tribute reminds us all to cherish our loved ones stay safe everyone