Beloved NHL Reporter and Her Three Children Killed in Minnesota House Fire

The hockey community mourns the tragic loss of Jessi Pierce and her family.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 5:50pm

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Jessi Pierce, a beloved NHL reporter who spent a decade covering the Minnesota Wild, died alongside her three young children in a house fire in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Emergency crews responded to the blaze but were unable to save the family. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Why it matters

Pierce was a respected and admired member of the NHL media community, known for her passionate coverage and warm personality. Her sudden and tragic death has left the hockey world in mourning, as they remember her contributions and the devastating loss of her young family.

The details

The fire broke out early Saturday morning at Pierce's home in White Bear Lake. Neighbors reported seeing flames coming through the roof, and by the time firefighters arrived, the house was fully engulfed. Despite immediate efforts, Pierce, her three children, and the family dog were all found dead inside. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

  • The fire occurred early Saturday morning, March 23, 2026.
  • Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after the fire was reported.

The players

Jessi Pierce

A beloved NHL reporter who spent 10 seasons covering the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com and other outlets. She was also a co-host of the 'Bardown Beauties' podcast.

Mike Pierce

Jessi Pierce's husband, who is surviving the tragic loss of his wife and three children.

Minnesota Wild

The NHL team that Jessi Pierce covered for a decade, and who are mourning her passing.

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

— National Hockey League

“Jessi was a kind, compassionate person who cared deeply about her family and those around her.”

— Minnesota Wild

“A lot of tears were shed at the arena yesterday.”

— Colleague

What’s next

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

The takeaway

The tragic loss of Jessi Pierce and her three children has left the hockey community devastated. As they mourn the passing of a beloved reporter and devoted mother, the focus now turns to supporting her husband and honoring her memory through the continued coverage and celebration of the sport she loved.