THE STORY
In the 2013–14 NHL season, Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy frequently pulled his goalie early in games to gain an extra attacker. Notably, on December 9, 2014, with his team trailing 4-1 against the Nashville Predators, Roy pulled goalie Reto Berra with over 12 minutes remaining. The Predators capitalized, scoring an empty-net goal to extend their lead. Roy's aggressive strategy sparked debate over its effectiveness. (thescore.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Colorado Avalanche
WHY IT MATTERS
Roy's unconventional tactic challenged traditional coaching norms and influenced discussions on optimal goalie-pulling strategies in the NHL.