NHL Rallies Around Columbus Blue Jackets Coach After Wife's Passing

Brad Larsen and his family receive outpouring of support from hockey community

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:05pm

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Former Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Brad Larsen and his two children are receiving an outpouring of condolences and support from the NHL and broader hockey community following the death of Larsen's wife, Hannah, after a long battle with cancer.

Why it matters

Larsen was a respected coach in the league, and the Blue Jackets organization as well as the NHL have rallied around him and his family during this difficult time, highlighting the tight-knit nature of the hockey community.

The details

Hannah Larsen passed away after a lengthy fight with cancer, leaving behind Brad and their two children, Ty and Faith. The Blue Jackets and NHL have expressed their condolences and are providing support to the Larsen family as they grieve this tragic loss.

  • Hannah Larsen passed away in March 2026 after a battle with cancer.

The players

Brad Larsen

Former head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets who is receiving support from the NHL and hockey community after the death of his wife.

Hannah Larsen

Brad Larsen's wife who passed away after a battle with cancer, leaving behind Brad and their two children.

Columbus Blue Jackets

The NHL team that Brad Larsen previously coached, and which is providing support to him and his family during this difficult time.

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What they’re saying

“The entire Blue Jackets organization is heartbroken over the passing of Hannah Larsen. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brad, Ty, Faith and the entire Larsen family during this incredibly difficult time.”

— John Davidson, President of Hockey Operations, Columbus Blue Jackets (dispatch.com)

The takeaway

The outpouring of support for Brad Larsen and his family from the Blue Jackets and the broader NHL community underscores the tight-knit nature of the hockey world and the importance of coming together in times of tragedy.