Welcome to the Roy Report! Every Wednesday, Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy peels back the curtain on the team during an in-depth radio interview on FM 104.3 The Fan. Even if you missed it, BSN Denver has your back, providing both a recap and analysis to keep you up to speed.  Building off the Roadtrip The Avs finished their historically…...

The Avalanche played arguably their best 3rd period in recent memory, controlling possession and outscoring the Winnipeg Jets 3-0, on their way to a huge 4-1 victory. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Francois Beauchemin (C) – He was absolutely awful for the first half of the game, with turnovers all over the ice, including one in the offensive…...

The Avalanche were down 4-0 before the first period was even over, and sloppy defensive play led to a 7-3 loss at the hands of the Washington Capitals. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (D) – Like most of the team, Barrie was a mess in his own end, and got exposed on a few goals this…...

The Avs, once again, played well for the majority of the game but mental breakdowns over a 128 second span in the second period was the difference, and the Penguins were able to take out the Avs 4-3. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (C) – Barrie was able to pick up his first goal of the…...

Follow me on Twitter if you’re into hockey, numbers, and self-deprecation. Welcome to my column The Weekly Review, now hosted by the wonderful folks over at BSN Denver. I use this segment primarily to analyze Colorado’s performance over the course of the previous week, although you should also expect the occasional misguided attempt at humour. Tonight, we’re coming to you…...

The Avalanche played relatively well, but gave up 1 shorthanded goal and 4 power play goals to the Toronto Maple Leafs, en route to a 5-1 loss. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (C-) – Barrie tied for the Avs lead in shots on goal with 5, but didn’t have a great night otherwise.  He made some…...

The Avalanche were stuck in their own end a lot tonight, but the chances they did get were high quality and they took advantage of them, leading to a 6-1 route of the Montreal Canadiens. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B-) – The possession numbers were not good tonight for Barrie, like most of his team,…...

After a slow start, the Avs dominated the Boston Bruins and came back to win the game 3-2.  The Avalanche controlled nearly 58% of the shot attempts at even strength. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B) – It was not a great game for Tyson Barrie offensively.  He was fumbling the puck a lot and his…...

The Avs had arguably their most complete effort of the season on Tuesday evening, and came away with a very convincing 4-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B) – Barrie had a solid game at both ends of the ice.  When he’s moving his feet, he makes breaking the puck out…...

The Avs blew yet another lead on home ice and fell to the New York Rangers 2-1 on Friday evening. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B) – Barrie had a rough first period in his own end, but so did most of the Avs.  He had some turnovers, some of which were the result of very…...

The Avs actually got off to a good start tonight, and were leading in shots 7-2 before a harmless shot from the point got past Varlamov and changed the game.  The Avs were never able to recover and regain their composure, and lost to the Arizona Coyotes 4-2. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (C-) – I’m…...

Follow me on Twitter if you’re interested in Avalanche-related musings and Matt Duchene advocacy. Note: Both the structure and content of this article were directly inspired by the work of Josh Weissbock and Money Puck, who were in turn aided by contributors such as Rhys Jessop and Garret Hohl. Much thanks to them for graciously allowing me to make use…...

The Avs got contributions from all their big guns tonight, and put a season high 42 shots towards the Flames net on their way to a 6-3 victory. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B) – Three assists for Barrie, and he was much more active jumping into the play.  The Avs will not be successful with…...

The Avs played well for the majority of today’s game against the San Jose Sharks, but a late goal by Brent Burns and an empty net goal sealed their fate, and they lots another game, this time with a final score 4-3. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (D) – You look at the box score and…...

The Avs were not able to carry over any momentum from an important win the night before, as they fell to the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2.  Although the score ended up being close, Carolina controlled the majority of the play throughout the game at even strength and limited the Avs chances. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie…...

The Avs were solid at even strength for most of the evening, and despite another night of poor special teams play, were able to hold off the slumping Tampa Bay Lightning for a 2-1 victory. How did each player perform?  Let’s find out… Tyson Barrie (B+) – I don’t know if the suspension woke up Barrie, but he’s looked like the…...

The Colorado Avalanche went 0-for-5 on the power play, while surrendering three power play goals to the Florida Panthers, as well as a short-handed goal, and lost to the Panthers 4-1.  The Avs had plenty of chances to tie it up in the second period, including a 5-on-3 power play, but were unable to get a goal and the Panthers…...

The San Antonio Rampage opening night roster is starting to take shape as depth signings continue to trickle in. While some players are fully expected to start the season in Texas, there are more than a few who will be battling for a spot with the Avalanche on opening night. This week begins a series of articles looking at…...

The Colorado flag is completely played out. They hand you a beer coozy and a t-shirt emblazoned with the well-worn Colorado “C” when you cross the border or get off your plane at DIA, wide eyed at the wonder that is the Centennial state. The Colorado “C”, once the realm of local hipsters trying to show pride in the Rocky Mountain region,…...