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Beloved Sports Reporter and Children Killed in House Fire
Jessi Pierce, a longtime Minnesota Wild reporter, tragically died alongside her three young children in a house fire.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:38am
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Jessi Pierce, a beloved National Hockey League reporter for the Minnesota Wild, tragically died in a house fire along with her three children. Pierce, 37, covered the Wild, her hometown team, for 10 seasons and was remembered as a kind, compassionate person who cared deeply about her family and those around her.
Why it matters
The sudden and devastating loss of Jessi Pierce and her children has left the hockey community in mourning. As a respected reporter and devoted mother, Pierce's passing is a tragic reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing loved ones. This story highlights the profound impact one person can have and the heartbreak that comes with such a senseless tragedy.
The details
According to reports, the fire broke out at Pierce's home, resulting in the deaths of Pierce and her three young children. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Pierce was known for her warm personality and passion for covering the Minnesota Wild, often bringing her children to practices and games. Her colleagues and the broader hockey community have expressed deep sorrow over the loss, remembering Pierce as a vibrant, beloved figure who brought joy to everyone she encountered.
- The fire occurred on March 22, 2026.
- Pierce and her children visited a local ice cream stand the day before the tragedy.
The players
Jessi Pierce
A 37-year-old National Hockey League reporter for the Minnesota Wild, who covered the team for 10 seasons and was remembered as a kind, compassionate person who cared deeply about her family.
Minnesota Wild
The NHL team that Pierce covered, based in Minnesota.
Hudson, Cayden, and Avery
Pierce's three young children who tragically died in the house fire alongside their mother.
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 Public Relations
“Jessi simply loved covering the Wild and hockey throughout Minnesota and had a way of brightening everyone's day with her upbeat, bubbly personality. I have literally NEVER met anybody that had a way of being EVERYBODY's friend.”
— Michael Russo, Hockey Writer
“More than anything, she absolutely loved Hudson, Cayden and Avery and was the greatest mother who did everything she could to bring joy to her sweetest kids.”
— Michael Russo, Hockey Writer
What’s next
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
The takeaway
The sudden and devastating loss of Jessi Pierce and her children has left the hockey community in mourning, highlighting the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing loved ones. Pierce's warm personality, passion for her work, and devotion to her family made her a beloved figure, and her passing is a tragic reminder of the profound impact one person can have.
