After the unspeakable tragedy of Johnny Gaudreau's death in late August, the Columbus Blue Jackets played with a great deal of emotion throughout the 2024-25 season. Every player felt the deep impact of Gaudreau's loss,

Sometimes, a sports story can warm your heart, like when Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan got a surprise visit from Meredith Gaudreau June 5.

Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan has been awarded the 2024-25 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. The award honors Monahan as the "player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey,” as voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.