Jesper Wallstedt said he realized how special the moment was when, after Boldy scored the fourth goal, he looked behind the net through the glass and saw a fan crying. "Everyone was just so happy. The building was so loud that my ears started hurting. It was amazing. I’m so happy for our fan base."
As the #GoBolts host the Minnesota Wild tonight, the @TBLightning are leaving a press box seat open in honor of Jessi Pierce, the very talented MN Wild writer for @NHLdotcom who recently passed away unexpectedly.
Thinking of all those impacted by this tragic loss.
The Columbus Blue Jackets donated $10,000 to the Jessi Pierce GoFundMe this evening.
So far, over $160,000 has been raised. The hockey community never fails to come together in the most trying times. #CBJ
Dallas Stars coach Glen Gulutzan opened his media availability prior to tonight's game vs Vegas with condolences to Jessi Pierce's family. "That was an enlightening moment certainly after the game that this is a game." The Stars played in Minnesota yesterday.
#Preds Head Coach Andrew Brunette, who has plenty of ties to Minnesota, spoke postgame on the loss of Jessi Pierce:
“I just want to pass on my condolences for Jessi Pierce. I've known her a long time...and she was a wonderful person. Loved hockey, loved people, somebody I looked forward to seeing all the time when I would go to Minnesota. So, it’s a sad day in hockey. Her passion for the game, her passion for the Wild, is unsurpassed, and we're going to miss her. It’s a tragedy."