NHL.com Writer Jessi Pierce and 3 Children Killed in House Fire

The hockey community mourns the tragic loss of a beloved journalist and her family.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:04pm

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Jessi Pierce, a 37-year-old writer for NHL.com who covered the Minnesota Wild for the past decade, died along with her three young children in a house fire on Saturday morning. The NHL and her colleagues expressed deep sadness and condolences over the incredible loss to the hockey community.

Why it matters

Jessi Pierce was a fixture in the Twin Cities hockey scene, known for her passion, energy, and warm personality when covering the Minnesota Wild and the sport she loved. Her death is a devastating tragedy that has shaken the local and national hockey community.

The details

According to reports, a fire broke out at Pierce's home on Saturday morning, resulting in the deaths of Pierce and her three children. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Pierce had worked for NHL.com for the past 10 seasons, covering the Minnesota Wild with enthusiasm and dedication.

  • The fire occurred on Saturday morning.

The players

Jessi Pierce

A 37-year-old writer who covered the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com for the past 10 seasons.

NHL

The National Hockey League, which expressed deep condolences over the tragic loss of Jessi Pierce and her children.

Bill Price

The VP and Editor-in-Chief of NHL.com, who spoke about the devastating impact of Jessi Pierce's death on the NHL.com team.

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What they’re saying

“The entire National Hockey League family sends our prayers and deepest condolences to the Pierce family on the passing of Jessi Pierce and her three young children.”

— NHL

“Jessi's love of her family and hockey was evident in the energy and passion she brought to her work for us. She was an absolute joy to talk to and work with. She will be deeply missed.”

— Bill Price, VP, Editor-in-Chief of NHL.com

The takeaway

The tragic loss of Jessi Pierce and her children has left a profound impact on the hockey community, who remember her as a passionate, dedicated, and beloved journalist who brought joy and energy to her coverage of the sport she loved.