In a moment that captured the hearts of hockey fans and romantics alike, Nashville Predators defenseman Alexander Carrier stunned his longtime girlfriend with an unforgettable marriage proposal—and the answer was a resounding yes.
The proposal, which took place over the weekend, has since gone viral, with photos and videos circulating across social media. But this wasn’t just any public display of affection—it was a meticulously planned, emotionally charged moment that showcased Carrier’s deep devotion to his partner.
Sources close to the couple revealed that Carrier spent weeks planning the proposal. It happened on a serene evening at a private lakeside property just outside Montreal, surrounded by close family and friends who were secretly brought in for the surprise. A pathway of lights led Carrier’s girlfriend to a beautifully decorated gazebo, where he waited on one knee.
Eyewitnesses said there wasn’t a dry eye in sight.
“He had this whole speech prepared about their journey together, the sacrifices she’s made during his rise to the NHL, and how he couldn’t imagine a life without her,” a family member told [Your Blog Name]. “It was incredibly touching.”
Carrier, 28, has quickly become one of the Predators’ most reliable blue-liners, but even fans of rival teams couldn’t help but admire the tenderness behind his proposal.
The couple has yet to announce a wedding date, but friends say they’re already planning a destination ceremony and are “ecstatic about the future.”
Fans flooded social media with well wishes, and even a few of Carrier’s teammates chimed in with their congratulations.
This heartwarming moment is a welcome break from the intensity of the off-season and a reminder that sometimes, life’s greatest victories happen off the ice.