Jessi Pierce, 37, a beloved sports journalist known for her work with the NHL and coverage of the Minnesota Wild, and her three children tragically died in a house fire on March 21. Authorities are investigating the cause, with no evidence so far that the fire was intentional.
Neighbors called 911 after seeing flames at the Richard Avenue home. Firefighters found Pierce, her children, and the family dog deceased inside.
Colleagues, friends, and the NHL community have paid tribute, highlighting her passion for hockey, her family, and her community. Pierce’s final social media post showed her children enjoying a simple family outing. Her husband, Mike Hinrichs, remembered her as vibrant and full of life.