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Patrick Roy: Winning, Nothing Else [Hardcover]

Michel Roy
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Sep 23 2008

The bestselling bio of Hall-of-Famer Patrick Roy-now in a highly anticipated English-language edition

Since it published in Canada in November 2007, Le Guerrier became an instant hit, quickly selling out its first print run. For fans of Patrick Roy, the NHL's legendary goaltender, the book provided the first truly intimate, no-holds-barred look at the early life and meteoric rise of their hero, told from a unique perspective: his father's. Written by Michel Roy, himself an impassioned hockey fan, Patrick Roy: Winning, Nothing Else offers keen insights on Patrick's indomitable will to win, how he revolutionized goaltending and popularized the butterfly style, as well as his role models and inspiration, and his relationships with teachers, teammates, the media, hockey scouts and coaches, agents and players.

  • Reveals what makes Patrick tick, taking us behind the scenes and into the family life of one of the greatest goaltenders of all time
  • Offers a candid look at Patrick's blunders, faults and difficulties, including the heartbreaking move from Montreal that nearly broke his spirit

While much has been written and said about Patrick Roy, this father's look at his famous son offers fans everywhere an unusually in-depth and authoritative look at this complicated and driven athlete.


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WINNING. NOTHING ELSE.

In the early 1970s, a young Patrick Roy laced up his hockey skates for the very first time, like thousands of other kids. Thirty years later, he stands as one of the winningest goaltenders of all time. His indomitable will to win and his focus on being the very best brought him four Stanley Cups, three Conn Smythe trophies, three Vézina trophies, and many more individual honors. An incredible hockey talent who was instrumental in changing the very art of goaltending, Roy's success was driven as much by determination and perseverance as by talent.

Patrick Roy: Winning. Nothing Else. brings to life Patrick Roy's phenomenal career, and unmasks his more mysterious personal side. Michel Roy, the father of this great sports legend, reveals what makes Patrick tick, taking us behind the scenes and into the family life of one of the greatest goaltenders of all time: his will to win; the art of protecting the goal; how he revolutionized goaltending by helping to develop and popularize the butterfly style; his role models and inspiration; his relationships with teachers, teammates, and the media, as well as with coaches, agents and other players.

The author holds nothing back as he reveals with drama, tension, and emotion, the blunders, faults and difficulties of the famous goalie, including the heartbreaking move away from Montreal that nearly broke Patrick Roy's spirit. Patrick Roy reveals the man behind the mask-the hopes and disappointments, triumphs and failures, and the all too human side of a man whom many consider the greatest goaltender in the history of hockey.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

Born in Québec City in 1942, Michel Roy had a distinguished career with the Québec Government until 1996, holding several senior management positions over 26 years, including Deputy Minister of Tourism, Deputy Minister of Communications, and the Québec Government's Representative in Chicago for twelve Midwest states. He is also an accomplished jazz musician and composer, and is currently Chair of Telefilm Canada.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars My Idol Nov 9 2009
Format:Hardcover
Being a lifelong Habs fan, this was my guy. Of course, there's been so many in Habs lore like LaFleur, Richard, Beliveau and so many more. All those names were just legends that I never had a chance to see. Roy captured our hearts and imaginations in 1986.

This book was truly a treat with the insight on how Roy's technique changed the faced of goaltending forever and especially his love and respect for the game. His first training with the Canadiens, his cups in Montreal and his departure are covered plus his career in Colorado are only some of the subjects mentioned in this book.

His perseverance is the message that retained the most from this book. A great read for Habs/Avs fans and hockey fans alike.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible perspective into a true warrior Mar 20 2013
By Ford Lautenschlager - Published on Amazon.com
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This is an excellent read detailing the mind and character of one of history's greatest athletes. The detail provided about Roy's development and journey to the NHL is wonderful. This book does a fantastic job not only looking at Roy but at the evolution of the game of hockey and Roy's role in that evolution. As an Avalanche fan I was hoping to see more of the details and insight into Roy's career in Colorado and to see how he adapted on a personal level to such a radically different franchise. Obviously his play remained impeccable, but I'm curious as to how he competed and became comfortable in Colorado and how he felt on the experience of playing with the Abs. I would have liked to have seen more about his final two cup and the playoff leading u p to them. The playoffs leading to his first two cup wins were told with such details that it really drew me into the moment, I would have liked the same with the last two.

Excellent book, makes me want to rush out to find an Avalanche Roy Jersey for sale!
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book Mar 8 2013
By Regina - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
For those fans of Patrick Roy, this is the perfect gift. I bought this book for my son-in-law and he just loved it, he keeps thanking me for his present.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book Mar 1 2012
By hockeybomb - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Best book I've read in a long time. Answers many questions we had about Mr Roy. Would recommend to any hockey (especially goalie) fan.
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