Patrick Roy's latest chapter came to an end in April 2026, when the New York Islanders replaced him as head coach with four games of the regular season left. It was the latest twist in a life spent at the centre of hockey's biggest moments.
As a player, Saint Patrick was simply one of the greatest goaltenders the game has known. Here is his story, and you can shop every design in our Patrick Roy collection.
Patrick Roy Fact File
| Full name | Patrick Jacques Roy |
| Date of birth | 5 October 1965 (age 61) |
| Place of birth | Quebec City, Quebec, Canada |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Position | Goaltender (catches left) |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Current status | Retired player; former NHL head coach |
| Shirt number | 33 |
| Nickname | Saint Patrick |
Career History
| Years | Team | Games | Wins | Shutouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1995 | Montreal Canadiens | 551 | 289 | 29 |
| 1995–2003 | Colorado Avalanche | 478 | 262 | 37 |
| Career | NHL total | 1,029 | 551 | 66 |
Regular-season figures. In the play-offs Roy played 247 games and won 151, both records for a goaltender.
Quebec City Kid
Roy grew up in Quebec City and was drafted 51st overall by the Montreal Canadiens in 1984. Few could have predicted what came next.
As a rookie in 1985–86 he backstopped Montreal to the Stanley Cup and, aged just 20, became the youngest winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy as play-off MVP.
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Montreal Magic
Roy won the Vezina Trophy as the league's best goaltender in 1989, 1990 and 1992. In 1993 he produced one of the great play-off runs, winning a record ten consecutive overtime games on the way to a second Stanley Cup and a second Conn Smythe.
He became the face of the Canadiens, but his time in Montreal ended abruptly in December 1995, when he was traded to Colorado.
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Champion Again in Colorado
Roy won the Stanley Cup in his first season with the Avalanche in 1996. In 2001 he lifted it again, taking his third Conn Smythe Trophy.
He retired in 2003 with 551 regular-season wins, then a record, and both Colorado and Montreal retired his number 33.
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Behind the Bench
Roy entered the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006 and coached the Quebec Remparts, winning the Memorial Cup in 2006 and 2023. He coached the Avalanche from 2013 to 2016, winning the Jack Adams Award in his first season.
In January 2024 he took charge of the New York Islanders, a spell that ended in April 2026 when Peter DeBoer was named his replacement.
Honours
Team
- Stanley Cup: 1986, 1993 (Montreal); 1996, 2001 (Colorado)
- Memorial Cup (as coach): 2006, 2023
Individual
- Conn Smythe Trophy: 1986, 1993, 2001
- Vezina Trophy: 1989, 1990, 1992
- William M. Jennings Trophy: 5 times
- Jack Adams Award (coach): 2014
Hall of Fame
- Hockey Hall of Fame: 2006
- Number 33 retired by Colorado (2003) and Montreal (2008)
Away From the Rink
Roy has spent much of his post-playing life in junior hockey with the Quebec Remparts, which he helped revive as part of an ownership group and served as general manager from 2003 to 2013. His passion for developing young players in his home city is a big part of his legacy.
FAQs
How old is Patrick Roy?
Patrick Roy was born on 5 October 1965, so he is 61 years old.
Where was Patrick Roy born?
He was born in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
How tall is Patrick Roy?
Roy stands 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m).
What teams did Patrick Roy play for?
He played for the Montreal Canadiens (1984–1995) and the Colorado Avalanche (1995–2003).
How many Stanley Cups did Patrick Roy win?
Four: 1986 and 1993 with Montreal, and 1996 and 2001 with Colorado. He won the Conn Smythe Trophy in three of those runs.
Who is coaching the Islanders after Patrick Roy?
The Islanders replaced Roy with Peter DeBoer on 5 April 2026.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Ray Bourque Career Story and Mario Lemieux Career Story.
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