Vinni Lettieri

God has a road specifically for you in life, follow it, and thank him for whatever happens. Love him, praise him. *Cameo

[Michael Russo @RussoHockey]

There are no words to express how heartbroken we all are.

Jessi Pierce (Hinrichs) was the most vibrant person - the life of the party, always with a smile on her face, always bringing a passion to every article and podcast and interview she did. Jessi simply loved covering the Wild and hockey throughout Minnesota and had a way of brightening everyone’s day with her upbeat, bubbly personality. I have literally NEVER met anybody that had a way of being EVERYBODY’s friend.

More than anything, she absolutely loved Hudson, Cayden and Avery and was the greatest mother who did everything she could to bring joy to her sweetest kids. Even at Friday’s practice in her beloved Iowa State sweatshirt, she was so excited to take them to the seasonal opening of Cup and Cone in WBL. Seeing those precious pics yesterday, she provided them with another incredibly fun and loving day.

My heart breaks for Mike for the loss of his wife and children and Jessi’s family, friends and colleagues for this unimaginable loss. This hockey community lost a wonderful, energetic and one of a kind voice and story teller and Grade A person.

Life can be unbearably unfair sometimes, and it’s impossible to make sense of this tragedy.

Please keep Jessi and her beautiful kids in your thoughts and prayers. I wish Mike all the peace and support and happiness in the world.

A lot of tears were shed at the arena yesterday. We, in the Wild media and inside the Wild, will miss seeing Jessi everyday, laughing with her everyday. The press box and press room won’t be the same without her. It’ll be a lot quieter, a lot less funny. But her passion and joy for covering this hockey team and sport will remain.

Sorry for the length of this, but as Jessi knew better than most as my original Athletic “backup” and somebody who always gave me Minnesota Hockey Journal deadline extensions, as she used to joke, I’m incapable of writing tight.

Especially about her.

RIP Jessi, Hudson, Cayden and Avery. 🙏💔

[SportsCenter @SportsCenter]

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[Minnesota Football @GopherFootball]

Our hearts are broken as former Gopher Charles Rogers tragically passed over the weekend while running the Brooklyn Marathon.

Our thoughts are with the Rogers family and all of his loved ones.

[JJ Watt @JJWatt]

It’s just incredible how much of a home run 4 Nations has been for the NHL and hockey in general.

Friends who never watched a hockey game in their lives reaching out asking what the plan is for tonight’s game, what food we’re ordering, etc.

Definition of growing the game.

[Vinni Lettieri @19Lettieri95]

What a great role model and teammate!! Congrats to you and your family goose!!

[Minnesota Wild @mnwild]

After 17 incredible years in the NHL, Alex Goligoski is hanging up his skates. 🌟🏆 From unforgettable moments on and off the ice, you've left a legacy in the State of Hockey. Thank you for everything, Goose!

[Vinni Lettieri @19Lettieri95]

Praying for the Gaudreau family. Such a sad day. Hockey world lost two great players and even better people. Thanks for all of the inspiration and people you have impacted on the way. RIP

[Columbus Blue Jackets @BlueJacketsNHL]

Johnny Gaudreau
Aug. 13, 1993 – Aug. 29, 2024

[Minnesota Wild @mnwild]

For all the memories (and pizza on sticks), thank you Vinni 💚

#mnwild

[lou.nanne @NanneLou]

Sometimes a blind squirrel finds an acorn

[Pat McAfee @PatMcAfeeShow]

Joining us NOW Marc-Andre Fleury 👏

#PMSLive

[NCAA Ice Hockey @NCAAIceHockey]

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐆𝐎𝐏𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐆𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐘 🏆

(1) @GopherHockey defeats Boston University, 6-2, and is heading to the National Championship for the first time since 2014!

#MFrozenFour

[Minnesota Men’s Hockey @GopherHockey]

ONTO THE NATTY BABY!

[Minnesota Men’s Hockey @GopherHockey]

SKI-U-MAH IN THE SUNSHINE STATE! ☀️

WE'RE OFF TO TAMPA! 🌴

[Minnesota Men’s Hockey @GopherHockey]

Looking to punch our ticket 🎟️

#PrideOnIce

[Minnesota State High School League @MSHSL]

Meet Minnetonka, the Class AA Boys Hockey State Champion for 2023

[Vinni Lettieri @19Lettieri95]

Praying for you Stutts! You are one heck of a man and if anyone can take on this battle, it’s you! We are all behind you and here for you!

[Anaheim Ducks @AnaheimDucks]

“It’s just another battle and we’ll get through it.”

To view Coach Stothers’ full statement on his diagnosis and the importance of prioritizing your health, click the link below.

➡️ https://t.co/PWycsgvSy9

[David Pollack @davidpollack47]

The impact of Damar Hamlin's injury has been so incredible. It's brought out the best in us. I see so much kindness/sympathy/compassion. The most amazing thing to witness is our collective dependence on God. We were hurt/lost & immediately turned to Him. How powerful is our God!

[Vinni Lettieri @19Lettieri95]

@troyterry1997 @TroyAikman @AnaheimDucks Well deserved brother!!!

[Troy Terry @troyterry1997]

If you can’t tell I had a hard time getting words out after this. I want to say thank you to @TroyAikman for the amazing video and name. This truly was so cool for me and my family. Also thank you to the @AnaheimDucks for setting this up

[Buffalo Bills @BuffaloBills]

Sending all our love to Damar. ❤️💙

[Cleveland Browns @Browns]

For Damar.