Career
A stand out at Ferris State University, Roach has played for several teams after his outstanding college career including stints in the IHL, National Lawyers Association , AHL, and currently plays in the DEL. Roach made his National Hockey League debut with the Saint Louis Blues in the 2005-2006 season, registering 6 penalty minutes against the Detroit Red Wings in their home opener at Joe Louis Arena. Roach played in just 5 games with the Blues before he was re-assigned to AHL affiliate, the Peoria Rivermen, and subsequently returned to Europe with the ZSC Lions. The following season, Roach returned to the DEL and signed with Eisbären Berlin.