Patrick Roy back in the NHL? The former head coach of the Quebec Remparts has made a very interesting update

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Elias Edmonson
August 17, 2023 (3:14 PM)

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In recent months, Patrick Roy has been at the center of many rumors regarding a possible return to the NHL as a head coach. However, just weeks away from training camp, the former Quebec Remparts coach still remains unemployed for the 2023-2024 season, having officially decided to leave the QMJHL.

However, while attending a golf tournament organized by former Montreal Canadiens legend Serge Savard, Patrick Roy provided a very interesting update, mentioning that he had been contacted by several NHL teams, but that no concrete offer had been made to him.

"I've had calls. I've had interviews. The competition among coaches is there. It exists. And there are some very competent ones." - Patrick Roy

However, when questioned about the situation surrounding the Ottawa Senators, Casseau made a surprising statement. Indeed, he indicated that he would always be ready to listen if he ever received a call.

It's worth noting that the team's new owner, Michael Andlauer, is well-acquainted with Patrick Roy, having interviewed him for the Canadiens' vacant general manager position two years ago, a role that was eventually filled by Kent Hughes.

"Of course, if the phone rings, we will listen, but for now, they have people in place who are doing an excellent job.

And working in the capital, is that of interest to Casseau?

Ottawa is a very beautiful hockey city like everywhere else." - Via TVA Sports

However, knowing that D.J. Smith has had very little success with the Ontario team since his arrival in 2019, there is no doubt that his room for maneuver will be very limited this season as the Senators desperately seek to qualify for the playoffs.

If the Sens continue to struggle this year, could Michael Andlauer contact Patrick Roy for a head coaching position? It's a question that surely deserves to be asked. Let's bet that the famous number 33 will keep a close eye on the Senators' performance this season.

Moreover, D.J. Smith's appointment was made under the previous leadership. Therefore, Michael Andlauer might want to bring a breath of fresh air to the organization by making a coaching change. One thing is for sure, the rumors linking Patrick Roy to Ottawa are far from over.

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