Patrick Roy

Patrick Roy is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender, born on October 5, 1965, in Quebec City, Quebec. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest goaltenders in the history of the sport. Roy began his professional career with the Montreal Canadiens in 1984, where he won multiple titles, including two Stanley Cups.

Roy is known for his incredible agility, reflexes, and clutch play. He has won numerous individual awards, including three Conn Smythe Trophies as the most valuable player in the playoffs, and holds multiple records, such as the most wins in NHL playoff history.

Off the ice, Roy is also recognized for his coaching career and influence, inspiring a generation of goaltenders worldwide.

Montreal Canadiens

• Youth and Early Career: Roy was born and raised in Quebec City and was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 1984. He made his NHL debut that same year.

Major Success

• Roy established himself as one of the league's top goaltenders with the Canadiens, winning two Stanley Cups in 1986 and 1993, and earning the Conn Smythe Trophy both times.

Colorado Avalanche

• Trade and Continued Success: In 1995, Roy was traded to the Colorado Avalanche, where he won two more Stanley Cups in 1996 and 2001, and another Conn Smythe Trophy in 2001. He retired from professional hockey in 2003.

Coaching Career

• Following his retirement, Roy turned to coaching. He coached his former junior team, the Quebec Remparts, to a Memorial Cup championship in 2006. In 2013, he returned to the Colorado Avalanche as their head coach, winning the Jack Adams Award as the NHL's coach of the year in his first season.

Canada National Team

• International Debut: Made his debut for Canada in 1985 at the World Junior Championships.

Achievements:

• Canada Cup: Winner in 1991.
• World Cup of Hockey: Winner in 1996.

• Position: Goaltender.
• Skills: Known for his quick reflexes, agility, competitiveness, and ability to perform under pressure. Roy pioneered the 'butterfly' style of goaltending, which has since become the dominant style in the sport.

• Family: Roy has two sons and a daughter. His sons, Jonathan and Frederick, both played professional hockey.
• Post-Retirement: After retiring from professional hockey, Roy turned to coaching, achieving success at both the junior and NHL level.

• Patrick Roy is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his innovation, competitiveness, and longevity in professional hockey. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the ice, inspiring a generation of goaltenders.

Most Wins in NHL Playoff History:

• Over 151 wins

Most Conn Smythe Trophies:

• Three times (1986, 1993, 2001)

Most Wins in a Single Season:

• 48 wins (2000-01 season)

Most Appearances in NHL All-Star Game:

• Eleven times

Books

• Roy, Patrick; Gagnon, Michel (1998). Patrick Roy: Winning. Nothing Else. Montreal: Montreal: Editions de l'Homme.
• Roy, Patrick; Dinger (2010). The Colorado Avalanche Encyclopedia. Canada: Triumph Books.

Websites

• NHL: Information about Patrick Roy’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.nhl.com
• Montreal Canadiens: Details about Roy’s career at Montreal Canadiens. Available at: https://www.nhl.com/canadiens
• Colorado Avalanche: Official site with updates on Roy’s performance and records at Colorado Avalanche. Available at: https://www.nhl.com/avalanche

Articles

• ESPN: Patrick Roy: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/_/id/391/patrick-roy
• The Guardian: Patrick Roy’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/patrick-roy

Interviews and Documentaries

• Patrick Roy: The Ultimate Competitor (2006): This documentary provides a detailed look at Roy’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• Tsn Interviews: Various interviews and features on Patrick Roy, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.tsn.ca