Patrick Roy comments on his expulsion, calls out the reffs and it makes people react
Last night, the fiery Patrick Roy was ejected from his team's game after he made it clear that he disagreed with a controversial decision by the officials.
It all happened in the first period of the game, when Roy got into a heated argument with referee Nicolas Dutil.
The two have a history together, as last spring, during the most recent QMJHL playoffs, Roy had severely criticized Dutil, who was on duty during the series against the Cataractes (a series that the Remparts lost in heartbreaking fashion).
On this very subject, Roy seems to believe that the league lacked judgment by immediately sending the same officials into the fray.
A point towards the league, and it's hard to argue with him. He also believes he doesn't get the same treatment as other coaches across the league, some unfairness, but on the other hand, he's also willing to take his share of the blame:
"In my good years, the hockey rack would have been flying back. Today [Saturday], I'm trying to stay calmer. I'll have to get over it. Maybe it will have done some good, what happened tonight."
A very interesting outing, because he got his message across, but in a different way.
One thing is certain, even if it took him a while to confirm his return, Roy is 100%, with all his fire and passion, and we love it!
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