Johnny Gaudreau (13) and Erik Gudbranson (44) on the ice for the Columbus Blue Jackets. (Credit: Sarah/Instagram, Getty)
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson got a special birthday gift from late teammate Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith. The Blue Jackets alternate captain, who turned 33 on Tuesday, was a close friend of Gaudreau’s. They had played together at the Calgary Flames as well.
Erik’s wife Sarah shared a post on her Instagram story.
“Sweetest 6am delivery for the birthday boy from our fav @meredithgaudreau. Lysm. Come back to us already!!!” the caption read.
The photo in the post shows four cups of iced coffee from different brands like Starbucks and chocolate and pink desserts to the side. Johnny and Erik’s friendship and playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets led to the two families getting close as well.
