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Derek Forbort

Born:March 4, 1992Draft:2010 Kings #15 Overall
Hometown:Duluth, MNPosition:Defence
Known For:Shoots:Left
National Team:United StatesCurrent Team:Vancouver Canucks

Derek Forbort (born March 4, 1992) is an American professional ice hockey defenseman for the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously played for the Los Angeles Kings, Calgary Flames, Winnipeg Jets and Boston Bruins. He was originally selected by the Kings, 15th overall, in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.

Derek Forbort, Boston Bruins
Derek Forbort, Boston Bruins (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Derek Forbort Statistics

Trade Tracker

DateTraded FromTraded ToTraded For
Feb. 24, 2020Los Angeles KingsCalgary FlamesConditional 4th-Round Pick in 2021
(Jackson Blake)

Deeper Dive

Achievements

  • AHL Calder Cup Champion (2015)
  • NCAA (WCHA) All-Academic Team (2012)
  • NCAA (WCHA) All-Tournament Team (2012)
  • Two-time NCAA (WCHA) Champion (2011, 2012)
  • U20 World Junior Championship Bronze Medal (2011)
  • U18 WJC Gold Medal (2010)

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