AceShowbiz - Katie Gaudreau, sister of late hockey stars Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, is expecting her first child with husband Devin Joyce. The couple shared the joyful news on February 26 with a heartfelt Instagram video, where Katie, 25, held a sonogram and a pair of baby Nike sneakers, while embracing Joyce.

In the black-and-white clip, both Katie and Devin wore matching hats that read "Mom" and "Dad," respectively, symbolizing their excitement for the upcoming addition to their family. Devin turned his hat to face the camera, proudly displaying the word "Dad" in bold letters.

This milestone comes just seven months after the couple’s wedding, which took place in July 2025. Their wedding was a poignant event, occurring almost a year after the tragic deaths of Katie’s brothers, Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau, who died in a fatal biking accident in August 2024. Johnny was 31 and Matthew was 29 at the time of their passing.

The loss deeply affected the Gaudreau family, who leaned on each other during the first holiday season without Johnny and Matthew. Katie shared photos of her parents, Guy and Jane, spending Christmas Day with Johnny’s children, highlighting how the family has been honoring the brothers’ memory during this difficult period.

The man charged in connection with the accident, Sean M. Higgins, has admitted to drinking before the crash and was found with a blood alcohol level of 0.087. However, his defense attorney is challenging the validity of the test, arguing that Higgins’ plasma was analyzed, which could have led to an inaccurately high reading.

In December 2024, Higgins was indicted on multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree aggravated manslaughter, two counts of second-degree reckless vehicular homicide, tampering with physical evidence, and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. His legal team filed a motion to dismiss some charges on February 23, citing insufficient evidence, and a court hearing is scheduled for April 14.

Katie and Devin had originally planned to marry in August 2024, but the tragedy struck just one day before their wedding. Despite the heartbreak, they proceeded with the ceremony the following year, incorporating several tributes to honor Johnny and Matthew’s memory.

Following the wedding, Katie shared emotional photos from the day, describing the event as "magical." The couple celebrated their union in Philadelphia on July 11, 2025, with Katie Gaudreau expressing that she was still dreaming about the special occasion weeks later.

Adding to the emotional significance of this period, the late Johnny Gaudreau was recently honored by Team USA during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. After the men's hockey team secured a historic 2-1 overtime victory against Canada to win the gold medal, players held up Johnny’s jersey in tribute on the ice.

Johnny, who played for the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets before his death, was remembered fondly by teammates and fellow athletes. Team USA captain Auston Matthews remarked that Johnny’s impact on the team was profound and that his spirit remained with them throughout the tournament.

Brady Tkachuk, another prominent hockey player, expressed how much the team misses both Johnny and Matthew. He emphasized that Johnny would have been part of the Olympic team and noted the collective effort to honor the Gaudreau family’s loss.

The Gaudreau family’s journey through grief has been a testament to their strength and unity. Katie’s pregnancy brings a hopeful new chapter amid the lingering sorrow of losing two beloved brothers. As they prepare to welcome their first child, the family continues to cherish the memories of Johnny and Matthew while embracing the future.