NHL Reporter Jessi Pierce and 3 Children Killed in Minnesota House Fire

The White Bear Lake Fire Department reported a fatal blaze that claimed multiple lives.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:41pm

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Jessi Pierce, a beloved National Hockey League reporter who covered the Minnesota Wild, tragically died in a house fire on Saturday along with her three young children. The White Bear Lake Fire Department responded to the fatal blaze but did not immediately identify the victims.

Why it matters

Pierce was a fixture in the Minnesota sports media landscape, known for her kind and compassionate presence at Wild games. Her death, along with that of her children, has sent shockwaves through the NHL community and the local Minnesota area.

The details

Neighbors called 911 to report a fire coming through the roof of the home, and response crews arrived to find a 'fully involved structure fire.' The White Bear Lake Fire Department reported the deaths of an adult, three children, and a dog, but did not name the victims in their initial press release.

  • The fatal house fire occurred on Saturday, March 22, 2026.

The players

Jessi Pierce

A beloved National Hockey League reporter who covered the Minnesota Wild for 10 seasons and was known as a kind, compassionate presence in the local sports media.

Minnesota Wild

The NHL team that Jessi Pierce covered as a reporter, and who expressed heartbreak over her tragic passing.

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What they’re saying

“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.”

— Michael Russo, Reporter, The Athletic

What’s next

The White Bear Lake Fire Department is continuing its investigation into the cause of the fatal house fire.

The takeaway

The tragic loss of Jessi Pierce and her three children has left a profound impact on the Minnesota sports community, highlighting the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing loved ones. This heartbreaking event serves as a somber reminder of the need for fire safety awareness and community support in times of unimaginable grief.