Patrick Roy Interviews for Maple Leafs Head Coaching Position

A Montreal Canadiens legend is in the mix for the Toronto Maple Leafs’ head coaching position. According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, former Canadiens star Patrick Roy is among the candidates interviewing for the role this week, alongside Peter Laviolette.

Roy’s potential move to the Maple Leafs would certainly raise eyebrows, given his storied history with the Canadiens. However, as one of the top head coaches currently available, it is not surprising that he is engaging in talks with Toronto.

Roy’s recent coaching stint with the New York Islanders ended abruptly when he was let go with just four games remaining in the 2025-26 season. Under his leadership, the Islanders posted a solid 42-31-5 record, accumulating 89 points before his replacement by Peter DeBoer.

Throughout his coaching career, Roy boasts a record of 130 wins, 92 losses, and 24 overtime losses. His accolades include winning the Jack Adams Award in the 2013-14 season, during which he guided the Colorado Avalanche to an impressive 52-22-8 record and 112 points.

Not only has Roy made a name for himself behind the bench, but he also left an indelible mark as a player. In 551 games with the Canadiens, he achieved a record of 289 wins, 175 losses, and 66 ties, alongside a .904 save percentage, a 2.78 goals-against average, and 29 shutouts. His legacy includes two of the four Stanley Cup championships he secured during his illustrious career with Montreal.

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