It was a sad night in Columbus as the Blue Jackets held their home opener and honored Johnny Gaudreau in so many ways, from warmup jerseys to starting without a winger to honor the late star forward who died this summer along with his brother, Matthew.

It was Sean Monahan who scored the Blue Jackets' second goal on Tuesday night, and as soon as the lamp was lit, Monahan -- who was close with Gaudreau -- pointed right to the banner that was put up at Nationwide Arena to honor Johnny.

What a moment. It was so sad, but it was a beautiful tribute:

More Johnny Gaudreau!

The Blue Jackets started their home opener without a left winger in a touching tribute to Johnny Gaudreau

Blue Jackets honor Johnny Gaudreau with No. 13 warmup jerseys during Columbus home opener

The Kraken honored Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau with a wonderful 13-second moment of silence

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