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The son of Patrick Roy : “My father gets along very well with Lou Lamoriello”

It’s been over a year since Patrick Roy became the head coach of the New York Islanders.

He scored a major coup by leading his team to the playoffs last season, but the Isles have been having a tougher time since the start of the campaign.

They are four points away from the Red Wings and a playoff spot at the time of writing, having won seven of their last 10 games. Before that, it was a struggle…

The team wasn’t doing great and there were even rumors that Roy might lose his job.

We know Lou Lamoriello’s fiery personality, after all. But that never happened in the end.

Patrick Roy’s son, Frédérick, recently shared his thoughts in an interview with journalist Mikaël Lalancette (Le Soleil).

Roy and Lamoriello – even if the Isles aren’t in the playoff picture right now – still get along great.

My father is happy, he loves the city, he gets along very well with Lou Lamoriello. I can sense that he’s very happy. – Frédérick Roy

The interview in question can be found right here:

Patrick Roy’s son didn’t have to comment on his relationship with Lou Lamoriello, but he did anyway.

And it’s not for nothing. Especially with the rumors surrounding the Islanders’ coach over the past few weeks.

But ultimately, Roy is the perfect guy for the Islanders, and knowing that he’s happy within the organization should send a message to the management.

He’s doing what he can to lead a team that doesn’t have a lot of talent in its lineup.

And he has the character to change things in New York.

He speaks his mind honestly to be transparent with the fans, and that allows him to build a connection with them as well:

I don’t see why the Islanders would want to get rid of him, to put it another way.

And I think that’s what Frédérick Roy was trying to suggest in his comments.

In rapid fire

– I’m excited for it to start.

– It’s coming!

– They’re ready.

– Ouch!

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Advanced statistics: Compared to American goalies, Binnington is more than bad

It’s the big day!

Canada and the United States will clash tonight in Boston, as part of the 4 Nations Tournament final.

Who will win? Share your predictions in the comments if you’d like!

For Canada to win this match… they’ll need Jordan Binnington to be more solid in front of his net.

Because yes, it’s the Blues’ goalie who will defend Canada’s cage tonight, even if he hasn’t (really) been perfect since the start of the competition.

Binnington has proven himself in the past by winning the Stanley Cup in St. Louis, but he can’t play like the goalie we’ve seen lately.

Renaud Lavoie compared his stats to those of the American goalies… and it’s day and night:

The American goalies’ save percentage is .943.

Binnington’s is .892.

The American goalies’ save percentage on scoring chances is .955.

For Binnington, we’re talking about a save percentage of .852.

The goalies’ save percentage in traffic is .950.

Binnington has a save percentage of .778 in that category.

We can agree that it’s not even close:

Canada has what it takes to beat the United States.

They have a good offense, a good defense… but the key to the game will really be Jordan Binnington.

He – in part – has Canada’s fate in his hands.

The other players must step up to help him, of course.

But it starts with Binnington: if he makes the big saves, he’ll allow his team to gain confidence.

And if Canada plays with confidence, that’s when it can become dangerous for the United States… even if they have the luxury of being able to count on the best goalie in the world in Connor Hellebuyck.

Please, Jordan, you have to have a good game tonight!

In a nutshell

– I hope he’s right.

– 😅

– Not famous…

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“It’s why nobody liked you” : Akim Aliu spits on P.K. Subban

This morning, American President Donald Trump published a long message on Twitter. In short, he teased Canada by inviting “Governor Trudeau” to watch tonight’s game with him, and in his post, he also spoke about the 51st American state. This got people talking for obvious reasons. And P.K. Subban, who is Canadian, shared the message… As if he was excited to see the turn of events.

In the comments of Subban’s post, we see people criticizing him. And again, I don’t need to explain to you why this gets a reaction. Subban played for Canada, he was born here… It’s normal to see that his statement didn’t go over well with everyone. And again, with everything that’s happening right now between Canada and the United States, maybe P.K. should have thought twice before sharing that message…

Akim Aliu has been in the spotlight in recent years after revealing he was at the center of a racism story. Let’s recall that this is what led to the dismissal of Bill Peters in Calgary, who made racist comments towards him. That being said, Aliu took the time to comment on Subban’s statement… And let’s just say he wasn’t afraid to speak his mind.

This is why, wherever you played, nobody liked you, and the players on the inside always knew who you really were: a sellout of the highest order. – Akim Aliu

Aliu – who played with Subban when he was younger – claims that the former Canadiens player was never authentic and only thinks about getting his name in the media. Ah, and Aliu also calls Subban “the perfect example of why people of color haven’t progressed to the highest levels of society”.

I wonder if there will be any repercussions from this. Will Subban decide to respond to Aliu’s comments? Will he delete his post… Even if the damage is already done? In any case, I have the feeling that this story is far from over. And it will be interesting to see what happens next…

In a hurry

– Oh!

– News of the day on waivers:

– Yeah!

– Good save.

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Call to American players: Donald Trump spoke about the 51st state

If we could separate politics from sports, it would be…

It would be impossible. By the force of things, in an international tournament that takes place when an economic war has been launched, it is clear that there is politics involved around the game.

It can’t be otherwise – even if it may displease many people.

Between the demands for Quebec teams in international competitions and all the stories with the United States, the political-sports links have rarely been as strong as they are now.

And let’s say Donald Trump hasn’t done anything to calm things down.

As you probably know, he called the American players this morning to wish them good luck. And during the call, he referred to the 51st state, which is obviously his wish for Canada.

Bill Guerin, the American GM, confirmed it all and it was reported by The Athletic.

What is ironic (to put it politely) is that Bill Guerin didn’t want to emphasize the 51st state when talking about the call in question. He confirmed that the subject was brought up by the president, but he wants us to talk mainly about Trump’s message to the players.

In short, he wants us to talk about hockey.

What Guerin doesn’t understand is that it’s him who publicly asked for the president to be involved. And he knows what kind of character Trump is: he should have known that he wouldn’t be “wise” on the phone…

And if a guy like Noah Hanifin wants to win for the president afterwards, it’s a bit Guerin’s fault, after all.

in a rush

– Interesting.

– Logical.

– Oh yeah?

– Ohhh.

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American team: only one player who is assured of not playing tonight

The Americans trained this morning in preparation for tonight’s duel against Canada.

Naturally, we were watching the state of the injured players. Would the players who missed Monday’s game be part of this morning’s training session in Boston?

It’s worth noting that Brady Tkachuk, who missed yesterday’s practice, was present this morning.

But as we know, a player who trains doesn’t necessarily mean a player who will play a few hours later. That’s why we had to wait and see what Mike Sullivan, the coach, had to say about it.

And according to him, apart from Charlie McAvoy, which we already knew, everyone is available. However, there will still be some guys who will decide at the last minute whether they will play or not. We don’t want to reveal everything to the Canadians… but despite that, Mike Sullivan is not in an easy position.

Kyle Connor, the Tkachuk brothers, and Auston Matthews are the most injured players among the Americans – from what we know, excluding McAvoy.

So, we can assume that the American team won’t need Tage Thompson or Brett Pesce, two players who are in town in case of injuries.

On the Canadian side, there’s less at stake to watch. After all, the injuries are much less important (from what we know) and we have a good idea of the team’s composition.

The fact that Seth Jarvis is involved in special units during training suggests that he will play.

Naturally, for better or for worse, we should expect Jordan Binnington to stress out Canadian fans – and maybe even the players on the ice.

Can the Canadian goalkeeper stand up to the challenge?

In a nutshell

– But… the snow… where is it?

– The Habs’ hope has stood out.

– Donald Trump’s call motivated the Americans.

– A real success, the tournament.

– Ah yes?

– The importance of tonight’s game.

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Campaigning for a Quebec team, but taking for Canada tonight: the contradiction of the day

Today is a big day. Canada and the United States will face off in the final of the Four Nations tournament in Boston.

No, the TD Garden is not the Centre Bell, and no, the buzz south of the border, which is better protected since we have a fentanyl tsar, is not as high as the buzz north of it.

But we don’t really care, do we? We don’t need others to get excited about something that matters to us as proud Canadians…

Who will win? If Canada can take its revenge and win on enemy territory, it will win the tournament. And it will bring great pleasure to Sidney Crosby, who knows he won’t win anything this year with the Penguins…

Except that if Canada loses again tonight, it will have suffered two defeats in just a few days against the Americans, despite having Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, and Connor McDavid on its roster. We will question again the non-selections of Mark Scheifele, Logan Thompson, Macklin Celebrini, Connor Bedard, Tom Wilson, Mackenzie Blackwood, and many others…

Like we did after the last two world junior championships…

I’m damned excited for 8 pm tonight.

My prediction: Canada 4 – United States 3. And two bad goals from Jordan Binnington…

Team Quebec in all this? Something happened in Quebec yesterday: the Parti Quebecois tabled a motion in the National Assembly aimed at recognizing the existence of a Team Quebec in hockey, our new national sport.

The motion was rejected.

I have no problem with the lobbying by the very sympathetic gang from the Team Quebec Foundation, which is very active on social networks. We must all defend our values and convictions with respect. This is an important principle to me.

But the fact that the Parti Quebecois decided to get involved 36 hours before the big Canada vs United States final, I found it petty. #PettyPolitics

You will have understood that I am against the creation of such a team at the very high level.

Having a Team Quebec in younger age groups, up to M15 or M18, is no problem. Having our best players play with and against our best players will always be a yes…

But deciding not to send our best Quebec players to play for Team Canada in M20 or with the adults because they must play for Team Quebec, I buy less.

And giving players like Samuel Montembeault or Alexis Joseph the choice to opt for Canada or Quebec soon, even less!

Until proven otherwise, Quebec is not a country.

Non-sovereign nations that have a national team, especially in soccer, all have a context that justifies it. I don’t see the same justification here in Quebec, in terms of hockey…

After that, the Maritimes will want their team, the West will want theirs, and only Ontario will be left to fill Team Canada?

Am I outraged to see our Canadian teams go to the World Juniors or the Four Nations with very few Quebecers? No, because I don’t see a mega injustice. Which Quebec players could have made the team but didn’t because of their Quebec origins, according to you?

(Silence)

I prefer that we tackle the reasons for the recent difficulties in Quebec hockey rather than suggesting simplistic solutions to complex problems.

The costs… the coaching… the dilution of talent in several leagues when school comes into play…

But please, let’s not create a Team Quebec because we are unable to consistently make the team of our country, Canada.

Where am I going with my skates this morning? If you’ve been loudly demanding a Team Quebec since yesterday morning, I hope you won’t watch the Canada vs United States game with a red jersey.

The two don’t go well together.

If you are for the creation of a Quebec team to compete in these high-level international competitions, it’s because you are de facto against Quebec’s participation in the Canadian team. Advocating for the creation of Team Quebec is rejecting Quebec’s participation in Team Canada. Advocating for a Quebec team to compete with the Canadian team is detaching from the concept of the Canadian team. Think about it…

So, as a Quebecker who rejects the Canadian team, please don’t take Team Canada tonight.

Otherwise, it would be like going out with Marie but having a crush on Alyssa… and waiting for Alyssa to reveal her love before leaving Marie. It’s not how it works. Or how it should work, at least. Leave Marie if you don’t love her anymore, and then try to build something with Alyssa.

And don’t tell me that you remain a fan of Team Canada because the Quebec you love so much is part of it: there won’t be a single Quebecer in uniform tonight. Respect your principles and don’t support Canada if you don’t believe in Canada. Appreciate the spectacle in a neutral way.

Finally, I want to salute the person who wrote to me on X that they would be cheering for the Americans tonight because they don’t like Canada. You’re at the top of the nonsense pyramid today.

I love Quebec, of course… even if I have to admit that since COVID-19, I’ve been disappointed in our core values. Let’s say that the way Quebec responded to the pandemic – unlike other places in the world – made me think a lot about our Quebec values.

I’ve always been a center-right guy who, for the past five years, has been seen as a far-right pariah just because I don’t have the same thinking as what we hear every day in Montreal media. Maybe I’m not docile enough, as Genevieve would say?

But anyway, I’m getting a bit off topic here.

Long live Quebec – free or not – and long live Quebec teams… until M15 or M18, hehe.

My final word: let’s stop looking for reasons to divide ourselves. Let’s come together. Tonight, I’ll be gathering with my Quebec friends behind my country, Canada.

Note that I totally respect the opinion of those who want a Team Quebec; I just say that it’s incompatible with supporting Canada tonight.

I know that humans are contradictory beings, but we must still point out these contradictions when they arise.

In life, we must be consistent with our values and convictions.

Prolongation: I respect the opinion of those who want a Team Quebec; I just say that it’s incompatible with supporting Canada tonight.

I know that humans are contradictory beings, but we must still point out these contradictions when they arise.

In life, we must be consistent with our values and convictions.

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Donald Trump invites “governor Trudeau” to watch tonight’s game with him

It’s done.

Tonight is when the big match of the Four Nations Confrontation final will take place between Canada and the United States. You can really feel that the excitement is palpable in the country.

More so than in the United States, anyway.

I’m saying this because Renaud Lavoie and Anthony Marcotte, who are currently in the United States for the occasion, said that on the sports channel, it wasn’t exactly the topic of the hour with our southern neighbors.

Are you surprised?

Meanwhile, we wonder how many Canadians will be in the crowd in Boston. Probably more than there were Americans for Saturday’s game at the Centre Bell.

But that shouldn’t stop the Canadian national anthem from being booed.

That being said, among those who won’t be there tonight, there’s Donald Trump. He confirmed on social media that he won’t be able to attend… but he’ll still listen to the game. He’ll also give the guys a motivational call.

And he invited Justin Trudeau, who he referred to as the governor of Canada, to join him if he wanted to.

(Credit: Truth)

Needless to say, I don’t think I need to tell you that Trump took the opportunity to bring up the idea of “Canada as the 51st American state” in his message on Truth.

Anything to get some love, huh…

I’m excited for the game to start, because at that point, hockey will take over. And we’ll see the best players in the world do what they do best: play hockey.

Canada will have a lot of pressure to win this game.

I have a feeling that Sidney Crosby, the man of great moments, will want to leave his mark on the game. I think the Canadian captain will play a sincere game.

Definitely one to watch.

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– Speaking of the game.

– P.K. Subban is ready.

– Baseball is coming to Sacramento.

– Indeed.

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Pascal Vincent threw flowers at David Reinbacher following his first game of the season

And then, what did David Reinbacher look like last night, on the sidelines of his first game of the season under the Rocket’s colors after taking the time to heal his knee?

It depends on who you ask.

There is currently a text from the QMI Agency that is causing a lot of talk on the subject. Many fans are not happy to see that his game was described as bad by the author, who recalls that Reinbacher was on the ice for the first four goals of the opponent.

Why did this cause a reaction? Because Pascal Vincent did not exactly have the same reading of the situation.

The Rocket’s coach, who had never directed Reinbacher before in a regular season game, said that in the first half of the game, the Canadiens’ first choice in 2023 was his best defenseman. Not bad for a guy who’s coming back from a knee injury, right?

It’s interesting to note that Reinbacher finished the game last night with a minus-2 differential. One of the Moose’s goals was scored on a power play.

Reinbacher wasn’t perfect last night, but no one expected him to be either. He’ll need time to get back on track after his operation and last night was a step in the right direction.

In all this, it’s worth mentioning that the Laval Rocket lost 5-4 – in front of their fans – to the Manitoba Moose, which gives them a second consecutive loss.

Result? The Rochester Americans are now ahead of the Rocket in the North division.

Last night, Logan Mailloux did what he had to do to give his team a chance to win, but in vain. With two goals and an assist, he performed well, even if he didn’t allow his team to get the win.

He did better than Joshua Roy, at least.

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– Good listening.

– The topic continues to generate discussion.

– Mike Lange has passed away.

– What do you think?

– Yes, good players are currently at home.

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Mike Matheson picked up Arber Xhekaj at training

While all eyes are on Canada and the United States ahead of the ultimate match of the 4 Nations Confrontation, the Canadians have resumed training in preparation for the return of NHL hockey.

Montreal will play its first game since the break on Saturday, against the Senators, in Ottawa.

After a long vacation, we often come back to work a bit rusty and may lack intensity and motivation. The opposite happened on Wednesday morning, during the CH’s training session.

As reported by Anthony Martineau during his appearance on TVA Sports’ show JiC on Wednesday, the Canadiens players played tough in the corners and didn’t hesitate to hit their teammates.

Martineau even noted a sequence in which Mike Matheson checked Arber Xhekaj, who ended up on the ground abruptly.

You can see the sequence in question in this TVA Sports article: https://www.tvasports.ca/2025/02/19/pas-content-du-tout-matheson-envoie-xhekaj-sur-son-derriere.

In the sequence, Matheson was bumped by Xhekaj, who quickly retaliated by sending his teammate to the ground.

In some teams, a sequence like this could have led to a big dispute, but Xhekaj seemed to accept the situation by getting up and returning to his position at center, waiting for the next exercise.

And this is not the only example of robust play during this training session.

During a one-on-one exercise, Jake Evans didn’t hesitate to bodycheck his captain, Nick Suzuki, along the boards.

Montreal has lost eight of its last nine games and would like to reverse the trend as soon as it returns to action.

In rapid fire

– Not the return hoped for for Reinbacher.

– Marco D’Amico is convinced that Demidov will join the Canadiens as soon as his contract with SKA ends.

– Not the best news for Montreal.

– It’s hard to convince the Canadiens to call him back with a performance like this.

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Four nations: no ticket under $900 US for the final

Hockey fans have long been waiting for the return of international matches involving the best NHL players. For the first time in nearly ten years, we have the chance to see this with the 4 Nations Faceoff.

The problem here is that resellers know very well that people would be willing to do anything to attend this event, which is causing ticket prices to skyrocket.

As Chris Johnston of TSN pointed out on Monday evening, the ticket prices for the tournament final are completely exorbitant.

If you don’t already have tickets to Thursday’s #4Nations championship game at TD Garden, it’s going to cost you a pretty penny to get inside and watch USA/Canada.

I took the trouble to go check if there were any cheaper tickets, and I was surprised by what I saw.

There are no tickets available for under $900 US for the final.

The cheapest ticket I could find is in the second-to-last row at the very top of TD Garden. It would cost you $961 US on Ticketmaster.

This is completely crazy. At this price, you could almost buy the new iPhone.

Prices are even higher on other platforms like Stubhub and Seatgeek. In fact, if you intended to buy tickets in the lower section of TD Garden, you should expect to pay around $2000 US per ticket.

About a week ago, people were outraged because the ticket prices in the pit at the Bell Centre for the Canada-US qualifying round match were around $500.

$515 in the pit!
The ticket prices for the 4 Nations Faceoff are “unacceptable” according to @RealRayLalonde

It’s funny to see that the ticket prices have simply doubled for the final.

However, we were a bit afraid of having some empty seats due to the high ticket prices last Saturday, but that didn’t happen.

No matter the ticket price, I have the impression that we can expect an electric atmosphere during the final on Thursday evening.

In brief:
– Everyone is ready, even the buildings.

THE BUILDINGS ARE FIRED UP TOO!
(via @TourCNTower, @EmpireStateBldg)

– The cold doesn’t stop Messi from playing in Kansas City.

Freezing cold night in Kansas City (-6 real feel). @SportingKC hosts @InterMiamiCF now (FS2) in Round One of the Concacaf #ChampionsCup.

– Binnington will have to be better than in the last few games.

If Canada wants to leave Boston with the trophy on Thursday, it will have to win the confrontation in front of the net.
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