Recent reports have surfaced that provides information explaining how much money Meredith Gaudreau will receive from the NHL after the tragic death of her husband, Johnny Gaudreau.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were both victims of a drunk driver who took their lives over a week ago. The hockey community and the Gaudreau family continue to grieve this tragic loss, but now it's time for the Gaudreau family to prepare for the brother's funeral.
Since this tragedy many have been questioning the National Hockey League's insurance policy and what Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith will receive.
sections 23.6 (c) of the collective bargaining agreement state the following concerning a player's death:
23.6 (c) In the event of the death of a Player, the Player's spouse at the time of the Player's death shall have the right to elect continuation of coverage for her lifetime, provided that the Player would have otherwise qualified for such continuation under Sections 23.6(a) or b.
At the end of the day no amount of money will ever make the Gaudreau family feel better about losing their loved ones, and they would rather have both Johnny and Matthew back.