About Dave Babych
Born 1961. Dave Babych is a Canadian ice hockey player.
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) from 1980 to 1999. He is currently an assistant director of player personnel with the Vancouver Canucks. In December 2009, he was hired to work in a part-time capacity with the Vancouver Canucks as an assistant specializing in defencemen to director of player personnel Dave Gagner.
Personal life Babych, who is of Ukrainian ancestry, was born in Edmonton, Alberta.
Babych had a small role in the movie Slap Shot 2.
Career statistics Regular season and playoffs
International Year Team Event GP G A Pts PIM 1981 Canada WC 7 0 2 2 8 1989 Canada WC 10 2 0 2 4 Senior totals 17 2 2 4 12
Awards WHL First All-Star Team – 1980
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Who is Dave Babych?
Canadian ice hockey defenceman
When was Dave Babych born?
Dave Babych was born on 23 May 1961 in Edmonton.
What is Dave Babych's occupation?
Dave Babych is an ice hockey player.
What nationality is Dave Babych?
Dave Babych is Canadian.
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