a special thank you to each of our subscribers who make this channel possible here's today's story Columbus Blue Jackets player Johnny gdo and his brother Matthew have died the team announced Friday morning gdo a talented player born in Salem New Jersey had a successful career playing for the Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames over 11 seasons in the NHL last season he showcased his skills in 81 games accumulating 48 points the sudden tragedy occurred just before the GD brothers were to participate as groomsman in their sister Katie's wedding to hockey player Devon Joyce in Gloucester City New Jersey Johnny gdo hailing from oldsman Township in New Jersey near Philadelphia attended Boston College where he earned the prestigious Hobie Baker award in 2014 selected by the flames in the 2011 NHL draft gdo was a standout player being a cder trophy finalist and a seven time All-Star Game participant the news of the Gad Brothers passing has sent shock waves through the hockey Community with tributes pouring in for the Beloved players the Blue Jackets had previously faced tragedy in 2021 with the loss of gender Maus Kibbles in a fireworks accident the NHL family Mourns the loss of Johnny and Matthew gdo recognizing their impact on and off the ice NHL commissioner Gary bman expressed deep sorrow over the tragic passing highlighting Johnny's infectious spirit and remarkable Talent Matthew gdo following in his brother's footsteps also had a passion for hockey playing at Boston College and in the minor leagues the gdo brothers untimely deaths have left a void in the hockey world with fans and colleagues remembering them fondly for their contributions to the sport the Columbus Blue Jackets Community is devastated by the loss of Johnny gdo and his brother Matthew who were fatally struck by a suspected drunk driver while riding their bikes in Oldman toown NJ the tragic incident has left family friends and fans in mour as they remember the gdo brother's love for the game and their vibrant personalities the impact of their passing will be felt deeply in the hockey Community as they are remembered for their talent dedication and the joy they brought to the sport our thoughts are with the gdo family during this difficult time as they navigate this heartbreaking loss that's all for this story We upload videos every day covering many different subjects so hit that subscribe button to stay informed thanks for watching