The Athletic Hockey Show Did Patrick Roy cross the line in Dallas?
Nov 19, 2025
Patrick Roy's on-mic threat to Mikko Rantanen sparks a heated debate about coaches crossing the line in hockey's unwritten code. The hosts assess the repercussions Roy might face from the league and discuss potential payback dynamics in an upcoming rematch. They also spotlight the remarkable performances of young stars Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini, highlighting their historic achievements. Additionally, JT Miller's lackluster backcheck garners criticism, leading to a conversation about accountability in leadership. An engaging mix of drama and youthful brilliance!
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Caught-On-Mic Comments Raise Premeditation Risk
- Patrick Roy's sideline audio crossed a line by sounding like a promise of future retaliation rather than a heat-of-the-moment gripe.
- The hosts expect the league to step in and treat the audio as a premeditation risk that must be mitigated.
Hit Looks Like Unfortunate Collision
- The hit by Mikko Rantanen on Alex Romanov looked like an unfortunate collision rather than a dirty, intentional play.
- Frankie Corrado and Sean Gentille both emphasize it was an isolated incident and the five-minute major matched that view.
Mitigate Escalation With Proactive Oversight
- The league should proactively assign veteran officials and monitor the March rematch to reduce escalation risk.
- Teams and the NHL must use warnings and league presence to prevent any retaliatory, premeditated actions.