One Classy Family

There is one family in hockey that should be absolutely embarrassed by themselves.

But I am sure they aren't.

In fact I bet they are proud of themselves and their family name.

That name is Roy.

Patrick is not the story here. His number was retired this past weekend in Montreal even though he ruined the franchise for a decade by his demands to be moved.

No the story is about his sons.

Jonathan Roy made headlines last year when he attacked an opposing goalie who had no interest in fighting. He is facing criminal charges due to this fight. If the video below doesn't load click here.




Oh...How Patrick must be so proud. He was actually a coach in this game and was suspended 5 games for his actions and his encouragement of the fighting.

And now he has another son to be proud of. Frederick Roy has been suspended 15 games for cross checking a kid in the face. Watch the video below and pay attention to the end. Click here if it doesn't load.




How are these kids still allowed to play? I understand that fighting is part of hockey, although it should be illegal when it comes to kids, but that's not the point. I can even understand allowing Jonathan to resume his career after serving a solid year of suspension and banishment from the league.

But Frederick...this kid should be in jail for this. I don't care what was said or whatever his excuse is....it is unacceptable in sports. At the very least he should be suspended for a full season or MORE. But nope...the QMJHL (Quebec Major Junior Hockey League) has only suspended him for 15 games.

That will teach him a lesson.