NHL Reporter Jessi Pierce and 3 Children Die in House Fire

The NHL community mourns the tragic loss of the longtime Minnesota Wild correspondent.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 10:40pm

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Jessi Pierce, a longtime NHL.com reporter who covered the Minnesota Wild, tragically died along with her three children in a house fire in White Bear Lake, Minnesota on Saturday morning. The NHL and the Wild organization expressed deep condolences over the devastating loss.

Why it matters

The death of Jessi Pierce, a respected and beloved member of the NHL media community, has sent shockwaves through the hockey world. As a dedicated reporter who covered the Wild for over a decade, Pierce was known for her passion for the game and her commitment to her family. This tragedy has left the NHL community in mourning.

The details

Firefighters responded to a house fire on Saturday morning in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, where they found an adult, three children, and a dog all deceased inside the home. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but authorities have confirmed the adult victim was Jessi Pierce, a longtime NHL.com reporter who covered the Minnesota Wild.

  • The fire occurred on Saturday morning in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.
  • Jessi Pierce had covered the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com for the past decade.

The players

Jessi Pierce

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

Bill Price

The vice president and editor in chief of NHL.com, who expressed devastation over the loss of Jessi Pierce.

Greg Peterson

The White Bear Lake Fire Department chief, who asked for the community's support during this difficult time.

Minnesota Wild

The NHL team that Jessi Pierce covered, who mourned her loss on social media.

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What they’re saying

“The entire NHL.com team is devastated and heartbroken by the loss of Jessi and her children. 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, Vice President and Editor in Chief of NHL.com

“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. Jessi loved our game and was a valued member of the NHL.com team for a decade. We will miss her terribly.”

— NHL

“Out hearts ache for those involved in this tragedy. We ask for the opportunity to allow our community to come together and support one another during this difficult time.”

— Greg Peterson, White Bear Lake Fire Department Chief

“Jessi was a kind, compassionate person that cared deeply about her family and those around her. She served as an ambassador for the game of hockey during her time covering the Wild and the NHL.”

— Minnesota Wild

What’s next

The cause of the fire is still under investigation by local authorities.

The takeaway

This tragic loss has left the NHL community in mourning, as they remember Jessi Pierce's passion for hockey and her dedication to her family. Her death serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing loved ones.