NHL Writer Frank Seravalli Apologizes for Insensitive Comment on Johnny Gaudreau's Death

Seravalli faced backlash for linking Gaudreau's tragic death to the Columbus Blue Jackets' draft prospects.

Frank Seravalli, a prominent NHL writer, apologized after suggesting Johnny Gaudreau's death could benefit the Blue Jackets in the draft.
The comment was part of Seravalli's season predictions, which initially included a line about Gaudreau helping the team 'from heaven.'
Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed by a suspected drunk driver in August, deeply affecting the hockey community.
Seravalli's apology on social media was met with mixed reactions, with some criticizing it as insincere.
The Columbus Blue Jackets plan to honor the Gaudreau brothers throughout the upcoming NHL season.