Fans of late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau got an emotional surprise this week. His wife, Meredith Gaudreau, shared some personal and sweet moments on Instagram involving their youngest son, Carter Michael. The photos, shared on Wednesday, June 26, showed how Johnny’s presence still lives on through the little details in their children’s lives. One of those details came from Carter’s clothes, specifically the ones Johnny picked out before he passed. Each outfit tells a story, tiny but powerful reminders that Johnny’s love, humor, and attention to detail still surround their home, offering quiet comfort during the toughest days and tender memories for years ahead.
Meredith Gaudreau shares baby Carter’s wardrobe memories connected to Johnny Gaudreau
On Wednesday, Meredith Gaudreau posted a number of Instagram stories that provided fans with a detailed view of baby Carter’s wardrobe and some sentimental moments behind it.Meredith shared one photo of Carter sleeping in someone’s arms and wearing cream pajamas inspired by Harry Potter. Meredith explained in her caption that these pajamas were first purchased by Johnny Gaudreau for their daughter Noa.
Johnny Gaudreau once gifted to Noa now bring emotional strength to Meredith as baby Carter wears them in touching bedtime photo
“Carter only wears the outfits daddy picked out. Harry Potter pjs he got for Noa lol,” she wrote under the picture.In the next story, their older son, Johnny Jr., was seen cuddling with Carter, who wore a light zip-up onesie. Meredith noted, “And this special one we add to the rotation a lot.”She also shared a throwback picture of Johnny Gaudreau lying on a couch with Johnny Jr. sleeping on his chest. Johnny Jr. was wearing the same outfit that baby Carter now wears, adding another layer of emotion and memory.Carter Michael Gaudreau was born on April 1, 2025, several months after Meredith announced her pregnancy during Johnny’s memorial in September 2024.
Meredith Gaudreau writes touching Father’s Day tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
Earlier in June 2025, Meredith Gaudreau honored Johnny Gaudreau with a heartfelt Father’s Day letter published in The Players’ Tribune. She also remembered his younger brother, Matthew Gaudreau.Both brothers passed away in August 2024 after being struck by a truck while cycling in New Jersey.In the tribute, Meredith wrote, “Thank you for the very best years of my life… I love you so much. Forever and ever.”She recalled how Johnny loved being a dad and how he showed Matthew how to care for a baby. She also mentioned Matthew’s son, Tripp Matthew, who was born in December 2024, saying Matthew would have been a loving father.
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