Dave Babych
David Michael Babych (born May 23, 1961) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL). He is currently an assistant director of player personnel with the Vancouver Canucks. He played in two NHL All-Star Games and played for the Winnipeg Jets, Hartford Whalers, Vancouver Canucks, Philadelphia Flyers and Los Angeles Kings. He is the younger brother of former NHL player Wayne Babych. He was the first NHL player to wear the number 44 on a permanent basis.
Dave Babych | |||
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Born |
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | May 23, 1961||
Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
Weight | 215 lb (98 kg; 15 st 5 lb) | ||
Position | Defence | ||
Shot | Left | ||
Played for |
Winnipeg Jets Hartford Whalers Vancouver Canucks Philadelphia Flyers Los Angeles Kings Ambrì-Piotta | ||
National team | Canada | ||
NHL Draft |
2nd overall, 1980 Winnipeg Jets | ||
Playing career | 1980–1999 |
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