The National Hockey League has announced the tragic passing of journalist Jessi Pierce and her three children in a devastating house fire that occurred in Minnesota over the weekend. Heartfelt tributes are pouring in for Jessi Pierce, Hudson, Cayden, and Avery.
In an official statement released on Sunday, the NHL expressed its deepest condolences to the Pierce family, acknowledging Jessi’s love for the game and her valuable contributions as a member of the NHL.com team for the past decade.
Authorities from the Fire Department responded to an emergency call in White Bear Lake early Saturday morning, discovering the bodies of an adult and three children in the aftermath of the blaze. An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway.
The Minnesota Wild organization also mourned the loss of Jessi Pierce and her children, highlighting Jessi’s compassionate nature and dedication to hockey during her time covering the Wild and the NHL. The Wild extended their sympathies to the family, friends, and loved ones of the deceased.
Kristen Krull, co-host of the Bardown Beauties podcast, paid tribute to Jessi on social media, describing her as a supportive figure with a strong work ethic and a profound love for her family. Jessi’s nurturing and caring personality left a lasting impact on those around her.
The community continues to remember Jessi Pierce and her children, reflecting on their cherished memories and the positive influence they had on others.