![]() ![]() We had a lot of laughs and memories that came back. But thank God it happened through this situation. We have a lot of common friends in Florida who we play golf with and I knew it was just a matter of time before we had that opportunity. To answer your question, yes, it’s been a while. I know it will never be…but I mean, having the chance to put this to sleep, talking together, was the best thing that could happen to me. It was behind me and having the chance to sit down with Mario and just kind of put this behind us, to sleep. I received zillions of calls to make some comments last year in December (the 25th anniversary of the game) and I refused every call…I didn’t want to talk about it. PR: First of all, I’ve been tired of talking about Dec. ![]() What led you to that place, to come to that decision? Even though the Uber Eats opportunity facilitated it – you were thinking about reconciling… JL: And this would have been during the pandemic. JL: So you were thinking about reconciling your friendship? I was hoping to sit down with him, have a drink with him and talk about the past and (I’m) kind of glad that the situation is happening right now. ![]() I was a bit surprised as well, but I was excited at the opportunity to renew with Mario and kind of put that behind us, you know? It was a great opportunity and I can’t thank Uber Eats enough for that opportunity, to have the chance to see Mario and talk with him.ĭuring the winter, I was in Florida – we’re both in Quail Ridge – and I saw him after a game at the bar. Patrick Roy: It was fun when we received the call from Uber Eats. After 25 years, it’s nice to be back together again, I’m telling you right now. Mario Tremblay: First of all, I’m so proud to be here with Patrick today. John Lu: Patrick, Mario, would you guys have ever seen this day – sitting here together reconciled as friends? TSN’s John Lu had the opportunity to sit down with both Canadiens legends to talk about how the opportunity to reconcile came about. 2, 1995, star goaltender Patrick Roy was left in net for nine goals in an 11-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings and went toe-to-toe with head coach Mario Tremblay in an infamous moment in the 112-year history of the Montreal Canadiens.Īfter 26 years of not speaking to one another, the former Canadiens teammates and friends finally came together to collaborate with Uber Eats to launch the "Tonight, I’ll be eating" campaign, helping restaurants in Quebec as the province works its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Roy, 50, had previously coached the Quebec Remparts of the QMJHL for eight seasons.On Dec. I remain forever loyal to the Avalanche with which I played 478 games, coached another 253, and won two Stanley Cups." I thank all the players I have had the pleasure of coaching and the fans for their unwavering, unconditional support. I am grateful to the Colorado Avalanche organization, with which I remain in good terms, for letting me lead this great team. Though it saddens me, I have put much thought about this decision in recent weeks and have come to be fully comfortable with it. Today, I am informing you of my decision to leave the Colorado Avalanche organization. He must also have a say in the decisions that impact the team's performance. To achieve this, the vision of the coach and VP-Hockey Operations needs to be perfectly aligned with that of the organization. I have thought long and hard over the course of the summer about how I might improve this team to give it the depth it needs and bring it to a higher level. "For the past three years, I have carried out my duties as Head Coach and Vice President of Hockey Operations for the Colorado Avalanche with energy, passion and determination. Roy released a statement Thursday, explaining his decision and thanking the Avalanche organization. His team missed the playoffs the past two seasons. He won the Jack Adams trophy as the NHL's top coach after his first season in 2013-14. The hall of fame goaltender spent three seasons with the Avalanche, compiling a 130-92-24 record behind the bench. Patrick Roy announced Thursday that he is stepping down as head coach and VP of Hockey Operations for the Colorado Avalanche. ![]()
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