Dave Forbes

David Stephen Forbes (born November 16, 1948 in Montreal, Quebec) is a retired Canadian ice hockey player.

Signed as a free agent in 1973 by the Boston Bruins, Forbes made an impact as a defensive-minded forward as he helped guide the Bruins to the finals in 1974 during his rookie season, and to the finals in 1977. Forbes played four seasons with Boston until he was claimed by the Washington Capitals in the Waiver Draft prior to the 1977–78 season. After playing one season with the Capitals, he was released after only playing two games during the 1978–79 season and signed to play for the Cincinnati Stingers of the World Hockey Association.

Criminal charges

Forbes was charged with aggravated assault in 1975 after butt-ending Henry Boucha's eye socket in a game against the Minnesota North Stars. The trial received much publicity as it was highly unusual for an athlete to face criminal charges for actions taken in the course of competition. The trial ended with the jury unable to reach a decision and the charges were not refiled.

External links

• Dave Forbes's career stats at The Internet Hockey Database
• Dave Forbes's biography at Legends of Hockey

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Name	Forbes, Dave
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Short description	Canadian ice hockey player
Date of birth	November 16, 1948
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