Kemo
09-10-2024, 06:44 PM
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Sports often unite communities, and WWE Superstar Sami Zayn made sure to honor the late Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau on this week’s WWE Raw. Gaudreau, a standout NHL star, tragically passed away last week alongside his brother, Matthew, in a bicycle accident in South New Jersey. A funeral for the brothers was held on Monday, and WWE took time to pay tribute to the Gaudreaus during their event.
Following Raw, the Calgary Flames thanked WWE and Sami Zayn on social media for putting on such a heartfelt tribute.
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Sami Zayn, born in Montreal, entered the arena wearing a Johnny Gaudreau Calgary Flames jersey, joining Canadian wrestling legend Bret Hart in a special segment. Together, the two confronted WWE Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER, adding an emotional layer to the night.
Later in the broadcast, commentators Joe Tessitore and Wade Barrett directed viewers to WWE broadcaster Jackie Redmond. Redmond, visibly emotional, shared footage of fan tributes outside the arena, where Calgary Flames supporters had gathered to honor Johnny Gaudreau.
She also extended WWE’s condolences to the Gaudreau family, as the live audience observed a moment of silence to pay their respects to one of Calgary’s most cherished athletes.
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Sports often unite communities, and WWE Superstar Sami Zayn made sure to honor the late Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau on this week’s WWE Raw. Gaudreau, a standout NHL star, tragically passed away last week alongside his brother, Matthew, in a bicycle accident in South New Jersey. A funeral for the brothers was held on Monday, and WWE took time to pay tribute to the Gaudreaus during their event.
Following Raw, the Calgary Flames thanked WWE and Sami Zayn on social media for putting on such a heartfelt tribute.
1833345062614294735
Sami Zayn, born in Montreal, entered the arena wearing a Johnny Gaudreau Calgary Flames jersey, joining Canadian wrestling legend Bret Hart in a special segment. Together, the two confronted WWE Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER, adding an emotional layer to the night.
Later in the broadcast, commentators Joe Tessitore and Wade Barrett directed viewers to WWE broadcaster Jackie Redmond. Redmond, visibly emotional, shared footage of fan tributes outside the arena, where Calgary Flames supporters had gathered to honor Johnny Gaudreau.
She also extended WWE’s condolences to the Gaudreau family, as the live audience observed a moment of silence to pay their respects to one of Calgary’s most cherished athletes.
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